Six articles on how Utah weather and elevation affect your roof year-round
Utah is hard on roofs. Between the altitude-amplified UV, 100-degree temperature swings, heavy snow loads, and monsoon hail, Northern Utah puts roofing systems through more stress than most places in the country.
This series breaks down each of those challenges and explains what they actually do to your roof, what you can do about it, and how to plan ahead.
How ice dams form, why Utah is especially prone, and what actually prevents them
At 4,500 feet, more UV reaches your shingles. Here is what that does over time
When to worry about snow weight and warning signs to watch for
Thermal cycling slowly loosens flashing, cracks sealants, and fatigues components
Hail, high winds, and driving rain from July through September
Spring and fall are ideal, but we work year-round
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