Winter Storm Jonas: Weather Update

1/27/2016 (Permalink)

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Winter Storm Jonas: Impacts

The East Coast got hit in a big way by Winter Storm Jonas this past weekend. This specific storm rivaled even the most infamous snowstorms of the recent past. Broome, Tompkins and Tioga Counties we’re extremely lucky to have missed this wave of snow. However just because we missed this one doesn’t mean we won’t see more. After all it is only January. So knowing the crazy upstate weather, it’s always good to read up on how to handle these excessive amounts of snow.

Just a little recap of this big storm. Jonas was the single BIGGEST snowstorm on record for at least six locations in the East including Allentown, Pennsylvania which faced 31.9 inches of snow. Baltimore-Washington International Airport saw 29.2 inches, and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania saw 30.2 inches of snow. Kind of crazy - and what’s worse many residents say they’re trapped in their homes until plows can clear the streets!

So while you’re settling in and getting cozy at home, let us send a few tips your way for snow removal on your roofs.

First - don’t reach for your ladder/shovel just yet. Reach for the phone instead. HouseLogic says, “Calling in a professional to remove ice and snow from your roof is the smartest and safest option.” “Most home roofs aren’t readily accessible, making the snow removal job dangerous for do-it-yourselfers.” Pro crews have special gear - including sturdy extension ladders and more for snow and ice removal.

However, if you’re a persistent DIY-er, and say for example you have a one-story home with a roof just off the ground - taking matters into your own hands MIGHT be safe. But you will need to anticipate where the snow and ice will fall as you pull it off your roof.

Regardless, if you are doing it yourself or hiring professionals just remember don’t expect a bone-dry roof at job’s end. The goal is to remove the “Excessive weight” Plus an important item to note - “any attempt to completely remove the bottom layer of ice will almost always result in irreparable damage to your roofing.”

We can’t stress this enough - BE CAREFUL when removing snow and ice from your roof this winter. And when you’re looking at that roof and thinking it might be a little much to remove yourself, call in the SERVPRO professionals. We’ve got it.

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