There are a few things that every homeowner should know when it comes to emergency roof repair and leaky roofs, particularly when you live in an area that is prone to harsher weather that poses a threat. Typically, homeowner’s insurance will cover most of the costs concerning weather and leak damage to the roof. It…
Though a more common occurrence in winter with the weight of heavy snow, roofs collapse at any given time. When heavy load reaches the maximum weight capacity, the accumulating snow often results in the roof collapsing. Weighing between 6 and 8 pounds, simply one cubic foot of dry snow can add up along with the…
Winters can be brutal in the North Lake Tahoe Basin of California and every winter, the snow is inevitable. Unfortunately, the snow falls everywhere and a good portion of it weighs down on your roof. The weight of that snow can cause your roof to buckle and cave in, leaving you with costly repairs, especially…
Come winter, most homeowners will prepare the roof for the coming snow in the hope they can prevent snow or ice damage. However, while many homeowners focus on the roof’s surface, don’t forget about the interior structure as well. One winter nuisance that can affect your attic is ‘attic frost.’ Attic frost may feel like…
With the heavy weight of snow, collapsed roofs are most common in winter in areas where snow fall is part of an average winter, but a collapsed roof can help to anyone, anywhere, anytime throughout the year. When a heavy load reaches the maximum weight endurance of the room as snow accumulates, the roof buckles…
As the winds start to change and that chill is present in the air, you know it is time to start to prepare for the winter. It is likely just around the corner. Making sure your home is ready for the onslaught of snow is an important part of homeownership. One of the biggest areas…
Although the sight of a house covered in icicles is picturesque and beautiful, it isn’t a healthy situation for your home. When a large accumulation of ice forms on the edge of your roof, this is known as ice damming. Nickerson Roofing is here to explain how ice damming forms and what you need to…
Roofing contractors work year around to install or repair roofs. Since the roof isn’t really a seasonal project, homeowners face roof repairs or replacements most of the time without warning. However it is always better to plan a roof replacement far in advance to properly finance and plan for the project. However, when homeowners plan…
Many people may not realize how heavy snow can be. If you have ever had to shovel it off your driveway or walkways, you are aware that it can be extremely heavy when there are large amounts of snow accumulation. The average cubic foot of snow can weigh up to 15 pounds. Your roof is…
The North Lake Tahoe Basin certainly has some cold winters with snowfall beginning in October. As snow builds up on the roof, it adds strain due to the weight and can even lead to mold and water damage. There are a few steps that can help prevent roof damage during the long winter. Nickerson Roofing…
