In fact, many homes with metal roofs need snow guards or snow fences to prevent piles of snow from sliding off and potentially hurting anyone standing nearby. Q. When should I rake my roof?

For any metal roof we will usually indicate snow fences so that the panel manufacturer warranty is not invalidated. On most shingle roofs we specify snow guards. All of this really has to do with ...

Homes in many areas of the country that are deluged with winter precipitation have slightly sloped, shed-like roofs with guards that prevent snow from sliding off, providing a layer of insulation ...

FARGO - Don't rush to shovel snow off your roof. "Most roofs are designed to handle the snow load of a typical winter," North Dakota State University Extension Service agricultural engineer Ken ...