Snow Removal Safety Tips

Phil's Main Roofing 

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

 

Though snow isn't in the weather forecast just yet, it's that time of year again where it is to be expected. Since snow is a potentially damaging condition that could lead to costly home repairs, we recently provided our readers with a few of the best tips and tricks to remove it from their roof. However, we also want our readers to be kept safe in the process.

If you're a homeowner who plans to take snow removal into their own hands this winter, keep the following safety tips in mind as you go:

• Never work alone. Before approaching your roof, make sure you have a trusted partner to supervise from the ground. For added protection, you may even want to consider using a safety harness.
• Don't underestimate the snow's strength. It can be tempting to try and pull down as much snow as possible when using a roof rake, however, it's certainly not as light as it seems. Though it may take longer, remove only small sections of snow at a time.
• Just because it looks soft doesn't mean it is. Always keep an eye out for any ice that may have formed on the edge of your roof and take every step with caution if you find yourself working directly on the roof.
• Remember to breathe. Snow removal is tiring and places a lot of strain on the body, which is why it's important to take a break here and there. Even if it means returning to the task later, it's better to sit and breathe when your body says it's time than to push through and keep going - working on your roof while feeling winded is dangerous for both your safety and your health.

For more snow removal safety tips to help you through the season, click here.

At Phil's Main Roofing, we realize that winter weather conditions can cause the need for intricate roof repairs, and since working on your roof is especially dangerous in the winter, we don't want you to do them alone! To help you have a safe season, our roofing experts are available to provide repair and replacement services so that you don't have to place yourself in danger. To learn more about how we can help, please visit us on our website or contact us at (203) 838-4545 today!