Do you need to clear snow from the roof?

• <div><p>While removing every snowflake from your roof is unnecessary, you should remove a significant buildup of snow. Since snow is wet and heavy, it can easily cause <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/did-storm-damage-your-roof.htm">damage to your roof</a>, which can lead to needing costly repairs. </p><p>Additionally, when the snow melts but has nowhere to go and refreezes, it can create an ice dam, causing mold concerns due to water leaking into your attic and ceiling. For these reasons, it’s best to hire a snow removal professional to clear heavy snowfall from your roof as soon as possible. </p></div>

How long does a snowblower run on a full tank?

• <div><p>That depends on the size of your snow blower and how efficiently it uses fuel. Most snow blowers will last between 1 and 2 hours on a full tank of gas. Larger blowers tend to use fuel more quickly and need refilling more often.</p><p>Keep in mind, the average snow blowing project for a home driveway takes around 30 minutes. Large driveways and yards will take around an hour. A full tank of gas should be more than enough for snow removal, although the height of the snowfall will have an effect, too.</p></div>

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Q: How do you know if there is too much snow on your roof?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-how-much-snow-can-your-roof-hold.htm">How much snow can a roof hold</a>? The answer could help you to avoid roof collapse&mdash;a worst-case scenario, of course. For most roofs, you can expect it to withstand four feet of fresh snow, two feet of packed snow, or two to three feet of a mix of old and new snow. However, your roof will only be able to handle one inch of ice. The actual weight capacity of your roof may vary, so check with whoever built it for exact details.</p></div>

Q: Do roof rakes cause ice dams?

• <div><p>Roof raking helps clear snowfall from your roof and, in turn, you hope that this prevents ice dams. But can roof raking actually cause them? Generally, no, it cannot. But you should note that while, in some cases, you might successfully prevent ice dams from forming near the edge of your roof by keeping it cleared with a roof rake, they could still form higher up on the roof, where you are unable to reach. This may leave you wondering: <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-roof-raking-prevent-ice-dams.htm">Does roof raking prevent ice dams</a>? While it is not a 100% guaranteed way to prevent them, it does help.</p></div>

Q: Do services include emergency snow removal?

• <div><p>Yes, many providers offer emergency services during severe weather. Confirm availability with your contractor.</p></div>

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Last update on November 18, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Work was done perfectly and on time. Replaced roof and gutters. No more leaks!
Home Genius Exteriors
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Reviewed in January 2023
Antonio was great to work with! Penn West arrived at the property in less than one hour from my call and repaired our roof the following morning. I would highly recommend them.
Penn West Roofing & Repair
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Reviewed in July 2022
Everybody was very efficient and amazing to deal with. The process was very quick without giving up quality of work. Took the time to clean up. Very satisfied from sales with Andy, to production with Lauren and Devan. Devan even went onto roof to remove our antenna from our chimney. I highly...
Home Genius Exteriors
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Reviewed in November 2020
Thaddeus called to set up appointment for quote. He wore a mask and removed his shoes when entering a house my husband and I flipped for sale. Within a week the technicians, Adama and Cam came to remove the mold in the attic. They were courteous and efficient. This is a top notch company and I...
Mold Medics
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Reviewed in November 2018
We had a leak that showed on second floor ceiling. The owner kept the appointment that was mutually convenient for him to examine the roof three stories above ground level to determine where the leak was coming from. He crawled into attic space and also examined the roof from the outside. He...
Knox's Construction
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Reviewed in July 2017
I had a refrigerator delivered by Best Buy yesterday and they were unable to connect the water line from the old frig to the new. It needed to have a new adapter compatible with the steel hoses. I needed a plumber. I called on July 3rd at 8:00 a.m. and explained my problem and that I was having...
CITY PLUMBING HEATING & AIR
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Reviewed in April 2016
It was a wonderful job. They actually climbed the tree (about 50 ft.) and cut off the upper branches so that they would not fall onto the garage roof. It was amazing. The care and skill that they have is beyond excellent. I would recommend them to anyone for any tree service.
Kruljac Tree Services
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Reviewed in July 2014
The painter arrived on time and with the supplies he needed to complete the job. He removed the the handrail and painted the stairwell, the upstairs hallway, and downstairs hallway. The color was the color we chose. His work was excellent and neat. He applied two coats.
Fresh Coat Painters of Cranberry Twp
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Reviewed in April 2013
Rick made some suggestions on the design which we agreed upon and while he was here suggested that we place the gutter drain under ground. ( Very happy for that!) I contacted Rick in late December about doing the job but all this time we were plagued with Snow, Rain, Sleet and every other kind...
Rick Page Quality Landscaping
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Reviewed in January 2012
I hired Gerard Plumbing to come to my home to remove and replace the bathroom vanity faucets. They arrived on time and as soon as he came in the house they removed their shoes and put on paper slippers. They removed the old bathroom faucets and installed new ones. They price by the job and not...
Gerard Plumbing & Heating
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