Avalanche Snow-Removal From the Roof

Rooftop Snow Removal

• Purchase a rooftop snow-removal tool. This is especially important for property owners who live in areas subject to heavy snowfall. Rooftop snow-removal tools provide one of the most efficient methods of removing rooftop snow, as they have been designed to allow you to remove the snow from your roof while remaining safely on the ground below.

  The tools are designed with a razor head or cutting wire placed at the end of a fiberglass handle. The homeowner places the front of the razor head or cutting wire at the base of the snow. As the snow-removal tool is pushed into the snow, the razor head or cutting wire undercuts and loosens the snow, which subsequently slides down a trailing slide chute and off the roof.

Where to Purchase Tools

• You may purchase a snow-removal tool directly from a variety of snow-removal-tool manufacturers. For instance, as of 2010, a tool produced by Rhino Manufacturing known as the Avalanche Roof Snow Removal System can be purchased from the avalanche-snow.com website. Rhino Manufacturing offers a variety of snow-removal tools and provides a demonstration video enabling prospective purchasers to see how the system works.

Utilization of Service Providers

• Individuals residing in areas subject to heavy snowfall will likely be able to access the services of a snow-removal professional. While not nearly as economical as the do-it-yourself approach, this may be the best option for those unable to use snow-removal tools. Consider precontracting with the service of your choice before the snow season begins to ensure you are high on their list of projects once the snow starts to fall.