After a heavy snowfall, you’ve most likely seen a roof or two with an avalanche waiting to happen off the edge of it. When several feet of snow pile up on a roof, it doesn’t take long for it to fall off and cause harm or damage to the structures, landscaping, vehicles, pets and people below.

Have you ever stopped to question how much snow your roof can really hold?

Have you ever considered any snow management solutions for your roof?

Here’s everything you need to know about protecting your property during harsh winters:

Enviroshake’s Durability

Enviroshake is a quality engineered product that is designed to outlast extreme weather conditions including heavy snowfalls. With our sturdy construction, Enviroshake has a higher snow load capacity compared to traditional asphalt shingle roofs.

Our material is non-porous and has a smooth, low-friction surface, which means it will naturally shed snow and ice. Because of this, depending on the slope of your roof, the snow may slide off at a dangerous rate and potentially cause damage in the area of impact.

Why Snowguards?

If you live in a snowy place, a snow retention system is crucial for a sloped composite roof.

Enviroshake recommends Alpine SnowGuards to hold the snow in place, allowing it to gradually melt in smaller sections, preventing build ups and mitigating the risk of damage to your property.

While composite roofs like Enviroshake are designed to withstand significant loads, it's essential for homeowners to be proactive in managing snow accumulation. Implementing snow retention solutions such as guards or rails can prevent potential damage to your property and ensure the long-term durability of the roof.

If you didn’t install snowguards when your Enviroshake roof was installed, it’s not too late. We offer retro-fit snow guard solutions as well.

Don’t wait for the next snowstorm! Contact us to learn more about our inventory of Alpine SnowGuards.