Common roof architecture of homes in snow regions typically something look like the traditional A-frame or at the least has very steep angles and sides. This is due to the mistaken belief that steep roofs are best because you want to shed snow off the roof, thereby making the entire home safer and less at risk to snow or water damage.
But the truth is far different! At TRA Snow and Sun, we have a fundamentally different belief from the traditional view in that we KNOW that keeping the snow on the roof is far safer for both the home and those who live in the home.
The process of keeping snow on the roof of a home is called snow retention. Snow retention can offer a wide range of advantages to a home owner, including the following: