Oklahoma winters bring four major roofing issues that can be costly for homeowners. McCann’s team of roofing experts explains these problems—snow leaks, ice dams, buckling, and animal intrusions—and how to prevent them before they cause damage.
Damage from Snow Leaks and Ice Dams on Roofs
The biggest concerns for homeowners in winter are snow leaks and ice dams. Snow leaks occur when melting snow gets trapped on the roof, allowing water to settle into the shingles. This can lead to loose shingles, leaks, rotting, and buckling, potentially causing significant roof damage and even affecting the attic and ceilings.
Ice dams form similarly, when melting snow refreezes at the base of the roof due to clogged gutters. This can cause shingles to separate or the wood to rot. To avoid these issues, check out Winterizing Your Roof in Oklahoma Essential Tips Every Homeowner Should Know , where our expert roofers provide a fall checklist for roof maintenance.
How to Avoid Roof Buckling During Winter
Roof buckling is a common issue for Oklahoma homeowners during the cold, snowy winter months, but it can be easily prevented with proper preparation. Buckling occurs most often on flat or low-pitch roofs, where snow and ice can’t drain properly as they melt, leading to water pooling in certain areas. The weight of the snow and water on these areas causes the roof to buckle.
While buckling is more common on commercial buildings or apartment complexes with flat roofs, many residential homes with low-pitch roofs are also at risk. Unfortunately, homeowners often don’t realize the danger until water is coming through the ceiling during the coldest time of the year, when accessing the roof becomes difficult due to hazardous conditions.
The best way to prevent buckling is to schedule an on-site inspection with our roofing experts during the fall. This ensures your roof is ready and in good condition for the winter months ahead.
Inspect Your Roof for Small Gaps Before Winter
Little critters such as squirrels, raccoons, mice, rats, and more are looking for a warm place to settle in before the cold of winter. If there are any small gaps in the roof, most commonly around the roofs and awnings they will find them and as a homeowner you might have some unwanted house guests making their move in and wreak havoc in the attics and walls.
Scheduling a free on-site roofing inspection with one of the experts here at McCanns is a great way to not only insure your roof is winter ready but we will also inspect the most common areas these gaps occur to ensure the ones living in your house are you and your family.
Call McCanns Roofing Today for a Free On-Site Professional Roof Inspection to Ensure Your Roof is Winter Ready
Spring is behind us, summer heat is starting to fade but the potential damage to your roof may not make it through a harsh Oklahoma winter. McCann’s Roofing and Construction located in Edmond, serving Oklahoma for over 20 years knows roofs in Oklahoma and we have your back!
Call us today and schedule one of our roofing experts to come out and give a free roof evaluation before winter comes for peace of mind that your home will stay safe and warm all winter long!
If you do need roofing repairs or even a new roof we can help you through every step of the process, call us today for a Free On-Site Inspection to ensure your home’s roof is winterized!