Ah, winter in Ohio, and the havoc it wreaks on your Ohio roofing system. One day it’s sunny and warm and the next day, you are shoveling up inches of snow. Sometimes, the weather can change in a single day! You go to work without a coat and come home to ice and frigid temperatures. So what does this changeable weather do to your Ohio roofing system? How does it affect your insulation needs? Luckily, our Ohio roofing experts at Feazel are used to this wacky Ohio weather and can answer these questions and help you prepare your home to withstand whatever Mother Nature throws at you.

Temperature Fluctuations and Your Roof

The first thing you should know about temperature fluctuations – and freeze/thaw cycles – is that your roof will contract and expand. Heat makes it expand, like during the day when it’s warmer or the sun is out, and cold will make it contract. Why is this bad? It can put stress on older roofs especially, as materials weaken and degrade. This can lead to leaks and other issues. Most roofs are designed to handle this expansion and contraction.

Snow, Ice and Moisture in Your Roof

The other issue is that all this expansion and contraction is that it can allow water – snow, rain, ice – into your home. Moisture in your home is never a good thing. You’ve probably heard of ice dams – when your home’s heat escapes through the attic and melts the snow on your roof and then freezes as the temperature drops. The ice and water can get under the shingles and cause major damage. Ice dams can be prevented, though. If possible, you can remove snow from your roof (or find a professional to do it) or keep your roof cool so it won’t melt snow. This can be done by having proper insulation and a well-ventilated attic. Our experts can recommend options to take the guesswork out of your Ohio roofing questions.

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