Business owners know when winter has arrived when a week’s worth–or more–of snow falls over the course of a day. The snow can build up quickly and impact your business’s operations in no time at all. It is crucial to have a plan in place to protect the infrastructure of your business and reduce the risk of a potential roof collapse. But business owners should ask themselves, “What is the plan in case my roof collapses?”. Together, we’ll explore why commercial roof snow removal services are essential to protecting your business.
What Should I Know About Commercial Snow Removal?
With winters changing each year in Alberta, snow can arrive sooner rather than later. The snow can be wet and heavy and become more challenging to remove as it builds up, which becomes a greater risk if you’re not sure about the current state of your roof.
Has your commercial roof recently undergone repairs? Has it been reshingled? Do you have a plan to ensure your roof is cleared of snow buildup? If you answered “no” or aren’t sure, then it is time to consider commercial roof snow removal services.
Commercial roof snow removal services are not only a tangible asset for your operational plans but are great to ensure your roof’s safety and structural integrity. Regularly scheduled snow removal helps prevent a costly repair to your roof if it collapses, as well as the arduous process of filing an insurance claim. It can also be quite dangerous if you don’t have a professional complete this task, as it can risk your and your employee’s health and safety.
A Flat Roof vs. A Metal Roof: Should I Shovel?
When the build-up of snow occurs, it is important to have an understanding of the material that was used to build your roof and whether your roof is flat or sloped. When snow accumulates, it can happen quickly and can build into large piles. These piles can put added weight on the infrastructure of your roof, leading to an uneven disbursement of the roof’s load-bearing properties. This puts your roof at risk of collapsing and can suspend the operation of your business, leading to a loss of revenue and displacing you and your employees.
The material used to build your roof and its design can help you assess your commercial roof snow removal capabilities more accurately. The design can also help as a visual point of reference to determine if there is any snow build-up and where the build-up is located. It can also help determine the exact load-bearing capacity of your roof, preventing a massive build-up of snow from accumulating.
But the most important part of asking yourself, “Should I shovel?” is that shovelling off a commercial roof is dangerous if you are not well-equipped, trained, or qualified!
Don’t risk your safety doing this task alone; leave it to the professionals of Knights Roofing. Our team of roofing specialists is fully equipped and trained to keep your roof clear and intact. Our team follows strict Occupational Health and safety guidelines at each site to ensure not only your safety but also the health and safety of your employees.
What Happens to Your Roof with Too Much Snow Build-up
In Edmonton, we tend to experience a variety of different snowfalls. Due to high winds and heavy snowfalls, snow accumulation can happen very suddenly and quickly. For commercial spaces across the city, the snow can rapidly change the state of your roof. If the build-up of snow is left on your roof too long, it can:
- Lead to ponding and cause leaks that can damage your roof.
- Form ice dams that cause water damage and liability concerns.
- Create shedding snow that falls, causing injury to employees and the public.
- Damage HVAC systems and cost you thousands in equipment repairs.
- Cause flooding, which can lead to costly repairs.
- Lead to the roof collapsing, which can disrupt business operations and cause severe injury to your employees.
- And so much more!
Don’t let the snow cause a collapse that impacts your commercial operations. Make sure you are prepared with our commercial roof snow removal service. Our team can help any business create and implement a snow removal plan to ensure your roof–and your business—stay intact.
The Benefits of Commercial Roof Snow Removal
The benefits of using Knights Roofing for your commercial roof snow removal surpass any situation in which a total collapse of your roof occurs to your business. Be prepared with our dedicated team of roofing professionals who can work with any job site–no matter the size of the roof or the amount of snow! Knights Roofing works with commercial property owners to create a tailored service unique to your business and helps remove and dispose of the snow offsite. From start to finish, our service is flexible and completely hassle-free, meaning your operations are not impacted, your employees are safe, and the infrastructure of your business remains standing.
When Should I Remove Snow From My Commercial Roof?
You should always book a commercial roof snow removal service as soon as possible. Snow build-up can happen quickly, so the sooner you can get the snow removed, the better. Give Knights Roofing a call to get your roof cleared and ready for the winter weather to come!