Did you know that snow and rain precipitations that have accumulated can result in structure failure and rooftop collapse? With warming temperatures, rainfall and melting snow, the pressure this creates on certain types of rooftops can also be of potential hazard for damage due to water infiltration.
The buildings that present one or more of the following characteristics are at greater risk:
- Buildings built before 1977
- Rooftops that are flat or slightly vaulted
- Rooftops that have different levels resulting in snow accumulation in some areas (two-level rooftops, elevated parapet, contiguous slope leading to flat area, etc.)
It is important to take preventative action at this time of the year, however, homeowners should not perform this task but rather refer to a snow removal professional. This service provides the appropriate equipment and liability insurance coverage required for this specific situation.