[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/safepaw.com\/snow-damaging-your-property-heres-what-you-can-do\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/safepaw.com\/snow-damaging-your-property-heres-what-you-can-do\/","headline":"Snow Damaging Your Property? Here’s What You Can Do","name":"Snow Damaging Your Property? 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So, in this article, we’ll discuss the various problems that can arise due to icy roofs and solutions to remove or melt snow from them in this winter weather..wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae\"]{text-align:left;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;background:#eeeeee;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae\"]{text-align:center!important;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c7d5b8-ae\"]{text-align:center!important;}}Ice Melt On RoofsSafe PawThe Original and the #1 Pet and Child Safe Ice Melt for over 20 years. Guaranteed environmentally safe \u2013 will not harm waterways and sensitive wetlands..wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns_bde7eb-49{gap:var(--global-kb-gap-xs, 0.5rem );justify-content:flex-start;align-items:center;}.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-button{font-weight:normal;font-style:normal;}.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-btn-wrap-0{margin-right:5px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button{color:#555555;border-color:#555555;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{color:#ffffff;border-color:#444444;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button::before{display:none;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:hover, .wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kt-btns_bde7eb-49 .kt-btn-wrap-0 .kt-button:focus{background:#444444;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns_bde7eb-49{justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedbtn.kb-btns_bde7eb-49{justify-content:center;}}Buy NowThe Problem: It Can Quickly Burden Your RoofSnow does some terrible things to the roof. It puts pressure on the structure, which can cause it to collapse; however, that\u2019s very rare. It takes about 2 feet of compressed, old snow or 4 feet of fresh snow to put enough pressure on a roof for it to crumble. The good thing is that construction companies take good care of this factor in cities that receive heavy snowfall. Still, you need to be careful as even little snow can create problems such as leaks.The Solution: Get Your Roof InspectedConsider inspecting your roof or hiring the services of a professional to ensure it\u2019s in good health. Ensure there are no damages, broken shingles, cracks, or other such issues to be repaired. The Problem: Your House Can Get FloodedSnowing isn\u2019t as big of a problem as letting snow sit for too long is. The problem is that melting it can quickly leak through cracks, resulting in serious damage to your property\u2019s structure. This issue can worsen over time due to repeated cycles.The Solution: Don\u2019t Let Water Stand for Too LongEnsure there are no cracks and your drainage system is well taken care of. The gutters should direct water towards drains and away from your property. Moreover, they should be kept clear. In addition to this, consider grading the slopes away so that water doesn\u2019t find its way to the foundation of your house. Shoveling can also prevent your house from getting damaged. Lastly, inspect your house and patch leaks or cracks.The Problem: Ice Dams Can Cause DamageWhile some homeowners like the sight of hanging icicles, they\u2019re nothing but trouble as they usually indicate the presence of an ice dam, which is a buildup of snow along the edges of your roof. These dams are dangerous as they can damage your shingles, destroy your gutters, and cause leaks.The Solution: Not Letting Ice RefreezeThe solution lies in understanding the cause behind ice dams. They\u2019re caused due to uneven temperature on your roof. To reduce these risks, remove dams manually or manipulate roof temperature by improving insulation to reduce these risks.The Ultimate Solution: Use Roof Ice MeltYou can use a rake to remove snow manually or use roof ice melt so that snow doesn\u2019t sit on your roof for too long.\u00a0For this, Safe Paw\u00a0snow melt can be a great roof ice melt option, and it works well on concrete and causes no damage to the structure..wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_61ffa5-b3\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}Other ProductsTraction Magic – Walk On IceThe handy disposable canister can be taken everywhere with the same 100% naturally occurring minerals that provide instant traction on ice. 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