Can Roofing Be Done In Cold Weather?

Roofing in the winter poses a unique challenge. From snow, ice, and freezing temperatures to unpleasant working conditions, our roofing professionals at Bourbon Country: Roofing, Home Exterior, Custom Homes have managed to find ways to overcome these obstacles.

Roofing in the winter poses a unique challenge. From snow, ice, and freezing temperatures to unpleasant working conditions, our roofing professionals at Bourbon Country: Roofing, Home Exterior, Custom Homes have managed to find ways to overcome these obstacles. Winter weather is oftentimes the reason consumers realize they need roofing repair or a new roof installation. Although winter poses a challenge for roofing professionals, it can also wreak a unique kind of havoc on your roof and it can make current problems more urgent.

When winter weather hits, it can cause snow and ice to accumulate on your roof and gutters. While this isn’t the ideal time to find out your roof has problems, it is important to inspect your roof and gutters for any obvious blockages or problems before the weather gets icy. When inspecting your roof for problems, it's important to look for: blown off/missing shingles, cracked shingles, rot, and moss. These can all be signs that you need to invest in a new roof before the winter comes back around. When the snow and ice come down, it can exacerbate any roofing problems quickly. Inspect your roof and contact a roofing professional as soon as possible to fix any issues you may have.

Snow and ice can be pretty to look at but it can cause ice dams to form on your roof. Ice dams are ridges of ice that form between sloping gutters and the roof line causing more water to remain trapped which can cause leaks. These leaks can start out small and somewhat unnoticed as they form on exterior walls first and then begin to leak back into the home. Some newer homes have ice guards in place to protect against ice dams. Make sure to keep your gutters clean and remove any icicles that may form in the winter as they can pull on the gutter causing it to slope and separate from the roof.

While it is typically best to take preventative measures like roof inspection and repair during the warmer months, urgent issues need to be addressed when they arise, even if that's in winter. Just because winter is not the ideal time to repair or install roofing, our professionals at Bourbon Country Roofing are well equipped with the tools and experience to get the job done. Although the freezing temperatures can cause material damage and harsh weather conditions, our team is ready to help you restore or maintain your roof and gutters.Here at Bourbon Country: Roofing, Exterior, and Custom Homes, we strive to meet the needs of all of our customers while offering financing options to help ease the financial burden.

Based in Bardstown, KY, we also serve Louisville and Elizabethtown, KY. Reach out to the professionals at Bourbon Country: Roofing, Exterior, and Custom Homes today to see how we can help you get that new roof this year. Bourbon Country: Roofing, Exterior, and Custom Homes services Kentuckiana and can be reached via email: chad.bcroof@gmail.com or via phone: 270-401-1918.