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How Hail, Ice and Snow Can Damage Your Roof

January 20, 2023 by TGAR Admin

The extreme weather conditions of Upper Saddle River, NJ, including the hail, ice and snow, can strain any roofing system. Understanding how these elements interact with different roofs can help you prevent costly damage and keep your home protected for years to come. A roof replacement company discusses more here.

Hail Damage

Hail is one of the most damaging forces that can affect your roof. The hard pellets of ice can easily dent, crack and even puncture certain types of materials like metal or shingles. Depending on the size and intensity of the hail storm, it could cause a great deal of damage in a very short time frame.

Ice Damming

Ice damming occurs when the snow on your roof melts and then refreezes near the edges of it. This creates an ice barrier that prevents water from running off the roof, causing it to back up under shingles and other materials. This can lead to a roof leak which will allow moisture to get into your home and cause serious damage like rotted wood, mold growth or even compromised structural integrity. Regularly clearing your gutters and downspouts of debris is one way to help prevent this type of damage.

Snow Damage

Heavy snowfall can be just as damaging to your roof as hail and ice. The weight of the snow puts strain on your roof structure, leading to sagging or cracking in vulnerable areas. This type of damage is more likely to occur with older roofs that haven’t been properly maintained over time. If you’ve noticed signs of distress like these, it may be best to have your roof inspected for further damage before it worsens or becomes a safety hazard.

Preventing Hail, Ice and Snow Damage

Regular Roof Maintenance: Regularly inspecting and maintaining your roof can help prevent serious damage from hail, ice and snow. By regularly checking for loose shingles or other signs of wear-and-tear you can identify any potential problems before they become costly repairs down the line.

Installing Roof Coating: Applying a special sealant coating to your roof can provide an additional layer of protection against weather elements like hail and ice while also helping regulate the temperature inside the home. There are various kinds of coating that reflect solar heat away during summer months which reduces cooling costs significantly over time.

Installing Snow Guards: Snow guards are specially designed barriers. They’re usually installed onto sloped roofs and catch heavy layers of accumulated snow so they don’t slide off all at once when they melt causing structural damage below.

While there are many ways you can prevent roof damage, the best way to make sure it’s protected is still to be proactive about roof maintenance and repair. The Great American Roofing Company in Upper Saddle River, NJ specializes in all types of roofing services including roof repair. Just complete our online form or call (201) 825-2955 to get started.

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Kathy Farley 2 months ago

Great roofing company to work with. Not only does the roof look great but they were on time day of scheduled roofing, kept me apprised of milestones, very easy to communicate with (from sales through completion) and top notch site cleanup.

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Alice Bausewein 3 months ago

Very professional company. Great work, clean up after the job. Highly recommend for work done at your home.

tamara hammer 4 months ago

Great experience! Highly recommend!

William Daly 4 months ago

Everything went perfectly from speaking with Ryan the salesman who was very professional to Steven and his crew who got the job done in a timely and professional manner also. I would highly recommend great American roofing

Galina 4 months ago

Thank you GARC for an amazing work!
The great company, indeed!
Would recommend to everyone who are planning to replace the roof.

steve Karow 4 months ago

When having to replace the roof on your home it can be a very upsetting process due to the extensive cost involved. We are 100% sure we made the right choice going with GARC.
We had seen at least 3 other roofing companies and only Ryan was interested in going into my attic to see how the structure of the home was and make sure there were no issues from the inside out.
He then explained the issues we were having and what GARC would do to fix these with their new roof system.

When we met with the other roof companies we felt they would replace the roof but were not comfortable with them.

Pricing was definitely and issue and when we weighed all we did not go with the cheapest nor the most expensive. GARC was very competitive and with their warranty we felt that was most important for the future.

Stephen and his crew finished our job in one day when we were told at least 2. They worked from dawn to dusk to get our job done.

A week later and we had 3” of rain fall. The home was perfectly protected and no issues.

GARC is a family run business and not a large conglomerate. They are extremely accommodating and friendly to work with.

I cannot recommend them more if you are looking to replace your roof.

Thom Herron 5 months ago

I highly recommend Great American Roofing for any of your roofing needs. Very professional and clean. The estimate process went very smoothly and Ryan walked me patiently through all the details. Steven was a great on-site Forman, kept the team on track and did an excellent job at completing the job on time and on budget. Thanks GARC! A job well done.

Stephanie Smith 7 months ago

I can’t say enough good things about The Great American Roofing Company. We now have a beautiful new roof, and we couldn’t be happier.
Larry, the owner, Ryan, the operations manager, Andrea, the office manager, and Stephen, the head foreman were all great to work with. They were knowledgeable, professional, honest, friendly, and helpful. No pressure, and no requests or questions were left unanswered. What could have been a painful and stressful experience, turned out to be a smooth and easy process.Their expertise and friendliness added to the overall positive atmosphere. And to top it off, the roof replacement cleanup was perfect. Larry and his team went above and beyond to ensure a seamless and satisfying experience.
So all in all, excellent customer service and quality craftsmanship. We highly recommend GARC to everyone.

Cailyn Lynn 7 months ago

Summary:
Highly recommend, especially for a newer homeowner who is still learning like us. They are a company you can trust to do a great job for a fair price.

Details:
After meeting with 3 other companies in the area, we ultimately chose GARC based on its Master Elite GAF status. We have a friend in commercial roofing who told us how distinguished and important it is. They unquestionably live up to the hype.

Ryan was our salesperson - he came to the house at our convenience. He thoroughly explained the entire process, let us touch the materials and ask questions. We were given a very reasonable quote (based on calculations our friend did for us ahead of time) to replace our home and carport roof with the highest standard shingle as well as replace all of our gutters and downspouts including leaf guards.

Andrea helped schedule us for installation and was understanding and accommodating when we had to reschedule. There was a 2-week lead time. They took care of all the permits for the dumpster, etc. (which the town made very difficult for them - definitely went above and beyond on this front).

Steven was our project manager and he came with a large team at 7am on our scheduled day. They worked hard all day long, finishing the project about 4:30pm just as daylight began fading. They were respectful of our property and landscaping, cleaned up after themselves thoroughly, and were courteous.

Roof looks great and we are very happy.

How Hail, Ice and Snow Can Damage Your Roof

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