Winter weather in New England can cause a lot of wear and tear on your roof, so Prizio Roofing & Siding Co., the premier roofers in New Canaan, CT, recommends the following winter maintenance tips to protect your home. Proactively removing snow from your roof after heavy snowstorms can prevent ice dams and costly repairs. For nearly 50 years, this locally owned and operated roofing contractor has provided Fairfield County residents and businesses with high-quality workmanship and customer service for roofing, siding and gutters.

Top 3 Winter Roof Maintenance Tips To Protect Your Home From Damage

1. Have Your Roof Inspected Regularly

To make sure your roof is in good shape, have it inspected by a reputable roof replacement specialist—especially after a powerful storm involving high winds, freezing rain, hail, or heavy snow. Winds can blow off shingles, sleet and ice can damage the roof and flashings, and all of these weather elements can lead to water leaking into your home and causing property damage.  

2. Keep Your Gutters Clean

Keep your gutters and downspouts clear of twigs, leaves, and other debris so they can drain the melting snow and ice from your roof. If water collects in your gutters and freezes, it can damage the drainage system and allow water to pool. If it pools long enough, it can seep into your home, damaging your property and resulting in the need for costly repairs.

3. Clear Snow Off Roof

Heavy snow accumulation (12 inches or more) should be cleared from your roof by a licensed roofing professional before heat loss from the house melts it. Left unchecked, water runoff from melting snow eventually reaches roof overhangs, where there is no warmth from below. So, it freezes again, causing what is known as a "roof dam." Roof dams prevent the roof from shedding water, so it pools until it seeps through the roof and into your home. This can damage the structure, finishes, furniture and encourage mold and mildew growth.

Prizio Roofing & Siding Co., is a GAF certified roofing contractor in New Canaan, CT with over 40 years of experience. They offer 24/7 emergency  roofing services including prompt snow and ice dam removal. Visit their website for contact details, or call (203) 322-9009 to speak to the owner, Jonathan Prizio, about roof shoveling or ice dam removal.