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Roof Snow Removal · Greater Boston
Roof Snow Removal by Roofers
We take the snow load off your roof before it turns into ice dams, leaks or damaged gutters, without tearing up the shingles.
- 1Heat escapes into the attic and melts the snow from underneath.
- 2The melt water runs down and refreezes at the cold eave. That ridge of ice is the dam.
- 3New melt pools behind the dam, backs up under the shingles and leaks inside.
Why It Matters
Snow Left on the Roof Becomes Ice at the Eaves
A deep layer of snow is insulation sitting on your roof. Heat from the attic melts the bottom of it, the water runs to the cold edge and freezes, and a few days later you have an ice dam. The more snow up there, the more water there is to feed it.
Clearing the eaves, valleys and the areas over heated rooms after a storm cuts that off before it starts. It's far cheaper than steaming out a dam later, and much cheaper than drywall.
Roofs That Need It First
- Flat and low-slope roofs that don't shed snow
- Porch, garage and addition roofs
- Shaded north-facing slopes
- Valleys where two roof planes meet
- Older homes with shallow attics
- Any roof that already had ice dams last winter
Winter Services
Snow & Ice Services in Greater Boston
Roof Snow Removal
Heavy, wet snow raked off the roof before the load becomes a problem, worked from the ground and from ladders so the shingles aren't damaged.
Learn more →Ice Dam Removal
Low-pressure steam that melts the dam out of the eaves and gutters without gouging the shingles. The fastest way to stop water coming through a ceiling.
Learn more →Gutter & Downspout Ice Clearing
Frozen gutters and blocked downspouts opened up so the next thaw drains away from the fascia instead of backing up under the shingles.
Driveway & Walkway Clearing
Driveways, steps and front walks cleared down to the surface, with the apron cut back open after the town plow goes by.
Salting & De-Icing
Salt and ice melt on driveways, walks and steps to keep them safe between storms and through a freeze-thaw cycle.
Commercial Lots & Sidewalks
Parking lots, aprons and sidewalks on a seasonal contract, cleared ahead of opening so your customers and staff can get in.
Family Owned Since 2003
Why Greater BostonHomeowners Call a Roofer for Snow & Ice
- Family owned and based at 29B Adams St., Burlington
- Roofers year round, so we know what snow and ice do to a roof
- Steam ice dam removal, not hammers and shovels on your shingles
- We find the cause, not just the ice: ventilation, insulation and flashing
- 5.0 on Google across 100+ reviews
- One call for the roof, the gutters and the ground
What Homeowners Say
★★★★★ 5.0, 100+ reviews on Google
“Universal Roofing Solutions did an outstanding job replacing our roof. The team was professional, responsive, and finished the work in just one day. They kept us updated throughout the process and cleaned the yard carefully after finishing. Highly recommended!”
Angela Martinez
“I contacted Universal Roofing Solutions through Yelp and received a quick response. The estimate was reasonable and the crew arrived early to complete the job the same day. They left the property clean and the roof looks great.”
Reese Jacobs
“The team was extremely knowledgeable and patient with all the questions I had. The quality of the materials and workmanship was top-notch, and the warranty gave me confidence in the work.”
Kali McCann
Snow & Ice Questions
When should snow come off the roof?+
After a big or wet storm, when snow keeps piling up between storms, or when you start seeing ice forming at the eaves. Flat and low-slope roofs, porch roofs and the shaded north side of a house hold snow the longest and need watching first.
Can I just use a roof rake myself?+
From the ground, on a single-story eave, a roof rake is fine for clearing the first few feet. Don't climb onto a snowy roof or work from a ladder in the snow. That's where people get hurt, and where shingles get torn.
Will you take all the snow off?+
We clear what's causing the problem: the eaves, valleys and the areas over living space where ice forms. Leaving a thin layer of snow on the shingles protects them from shovels and rakes, so we don't scrape down to the surface.
Is snow load a structural risk?+
On most pitched roofs in good shape, a normal winter is fine. Heavy wet snow on a flat roof, an older roof or one with sagging or creaking needs attention. Call us and we'll give you an honest answer about yours.
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Snow or Ice on Your Roof in Greater Boston?
Call before the next thaw. An ice dam is cheaper to remove than the ceiling it ruins.