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Canadian winters are tough — and your home feels it. With freezing temperatures and heavy snow, your roof plays a critical role in keeping warm air inside and the elements out.
February is a great time to take a look inside your attic. Check for frost buildup or dark staining on the underside of the roof sheathing, which can signal heat loss or ventilation issues.
On the exterior, watch for ice dams along the roof edge, especially on low-sloped roofs with overhangs. Ice dams form when heat escaping from the attic melts snow on the roof. The water runs down to the colder overhang, refreezes, and creates a ridge of ice. This can force water back under the shingles and lead to interior damage.
Proper insulation and ventilation in the attic are key to preventing ice dams. If you notice ongoing frost or ice buildup, consider consulting a qualified roofing or insulation professional. A quick check now can help prevent costly repairs later.
Make sure that all snow, ice and other obstructions are removed from your venting systems during the winter months.
Keep an eye on outdoor vents, gas meters and chimneys for ice or snow buildup. Abnormal snow and ice build-up may block gas appliance exhaust and combustion air vents (especially those side wall vents exiting close to ground level) causing appliance failure as well as possible buildup of Carbon Monoxide.
