Winter Roof Protection Tips

Winter is coming, so now is the time to prepare your house. In particular, you need to ensure that your roof is in great condition all-season long to keep you and your family comfortable and safe.

In this post, LePage Sons and Roofing LLC, a top roofing company, shares some helpful winter roof protection tips.

Conduct Professional Roof Inspections and Repairs

Minor issues that your roofing system could be harboring will likely worsen once winter comes. For instance, snow and ice can build up around your shingles and flashing, penetrating these vulnerable areas and paving the way for roof leaks. Proper attic ventilation is also important in preventing ice dams. If you identify even minor issues during the roof inspection, have your roofing contractor conduct thorough repairs to prevent these issues from worsening and cause further damage. 

Trim Back the Branches Near Your Roof

Before winter comes, make sure that the tree branches overhanging your roofing system are well trimmed. You can also sweep off the debris and leaves that landed on your roof. Aside from preventing organic waste and leaves rotting on your roof and gutters, this protects your roof from impact damage due to high winds causing branches to scrape your roofing shingles. Keep in mind that you don’t have to do this on your own, and you can leave the tree-trimming job to a professional so you don’t take a safety risk.

At LePage Sons and Roofing LLC, we’re here to ensure your roof is in prime condition at all times. We’re the trusted roof repair company in your area. As a GAF Master Elite® roofer, our team provides efficient and courteous service. To get started with your roofing project, call us today at (508) 295-6483. You may also fill out our contact form for a roof estimate.