When product is installed, can you still rake snow off the roof after big snow storms ?
368368
I have several hundred feet installed. I do NOT think it would be possible to rake any snow near the gutter portion of the roof; such as within about 2 feet from the gutters up in my case. It would catch the cable and pull it loose. (And it would be a pain to put it back at that time, cuz the shingles are cold/brittle.) I say no.
368369
that would depend on how its installed. I our case we don't use the cable on a roof. We lay it in our driveway to melt drain channels into hard packed snow and ice - short term use now and then. HTH
368370
Yes, but you don't want to push down onto the wires. I tend to rake most of the snow, leaving about 2 inches of snow on the roof. Obviously you have to be careful or you can pull the wires out of the roof.
368371
absolutely not..........unless you want to spend time on a ladder redoing all the work you did the first time. clips are not secure enough to shingles to withstand raking of heavyvsnow. not to mention the force of rake pulling on clips could tear your shingles.
368372
We used a Garelick roof rake that has wheels that keep the blade about 1/2 inch off the roof. We removed about 18 inched of crusted snow and only one clip came loose. I think you'd be fine with fresh snow.
300715
We don't live in a heavy snow fall area but I moved here from my, so I understand the fear. I think it would be fine. The shed actually comes with three cross beams that the roof is a to. Also, while putting ours together, it fell over and we had to say out portions of it. It's still fine. It did rip in one corner but it was our fault for not screwing it down to something when it git to windy to be out finishing it. So, if it still up after the wind knocking it over, I think the snow will be no problem. Plus it's short enough you could use a broom to just push the snow right off. No problem. Anyway, the cross beams are made of aluminum but they are strong cause they are i beams. We don't live in a heavy snow fall area but I moved here from my, so I understand the fear. I think it would be fine. The shed actually comes with three cross beams that the roof is a to. Also, while putting ours together, it fell over and we had to say out portions of it. It's still fine. It did rip in one corner but it was our fault for not screwing it down to something when it git to windy to be out finishing it. So, if it still up after the wind knocking it over, I think the snow will be no problem. Plus it's short enough you could use a broom to just push the snow right... » Read More We don't live in a heavy snow fall area but I moved here from my, so I understand the fear. I think it would be fine. The shed actually comes with three cross beams that the roof is a to. Also, while putting ours together, it fell over and we had to say out portions of it. It's still fine. It did rip in one corner but it was our fault for not screwing it down to something when it git to windy to be out finishing it. So, if it still up after the wind knocking it over, I think the snow will be no problem. Plus it's short enough you could use a broom to just push the snow right off. No problem. Anyway, the cross beams are made of aluminum but they are strong cause they are i beams. « Show Less
71919
My husband has used this only twice since we purchased it. He says the SnowJoe doesn't work very well when the snow is wet. He thought it even shorted once since he was only able to do half our 80-foot driveway when it just shut off. It snowed earlier this week and while he was able to do a little more with fresh, powdery snow, i'm not sure if you can easily cut through the big snow piles. You might need several passes.
1208406
It worked very well with throwing deep snow off my nearly flat porch roof. I recommend it for fast cleaning of deep snow. You may have to lift it up md chip away at the snow banks. The wheels help a lot. It is powerful and a great snow tool. It works well.
1496139
This broom could do that job well. When you bring it inside, keep it where melting snow won't damage anything.
373816
I would not, as it uses paddles to throw the snow and I would think it would damage the shingles. Otherwise this is a great product, it REALLY throws the snow..even wet heavy stuff.........
2136985
No, the deck can remain on, but depending on how deep the snow is, you may wish to remove it.
2137952
If it is a last resort then yes. I would not purposely use this in a blizzard or snow.
2284469
Every steel snow blower I've seen has always had runners on the edges that keep the blade a fraction of an inch above the surface. If there was no gap, you'd wear out the blade very quickly and most likely, unevenly. It would also pick up ever little piece of debris in its path and eventually damage the snow blower. The runners also allow it to be adjusted even higher for people with stone driveways. I believe the instructions say to lay a piece of cardboard down and adjust the runners so the blade skims across the cardboard. This means the machine will leave a thin coat of snow the thickness of a piece of cardboard box. I've found the thin layer of snow evaporates by the end of the day in most cases. If the snow is very wet or temps rise above freezing there may be enough water left over to refreeze into ice. You have to remember, a snow blower is just one tool in your arsenal against the ravages of winter. Consider it as you would a whitewash brush. It covers a large area with little effort but lacks the detail ability of a smaller detail brush... your shovel.
773721
I have installed this product on three or four homes, including my own. There is a very small trough between the shingle edge and the product, but there does not seem to be a problem. Heavy rains and winds seem to clear this area of most of the debris.
1039591
It will be okay to leave on the roof during the winter. But you must absolutely make sure that all water is drained from the panels and connections.
228288
Works best on fresh snow. Layers are just harder to get thru. The key is also to have the roof at the right level and angle. We have 1 section of the house it works great on but the other roof angles not so well.
258402
I tried it again 3 days ago and it didn't do a good job! I threw about six up on my roof and a lot of snow is still there! I would not recommend this item! You have better luck using a roof rake.
20294
No, they are attached to the roof shingles with clips (included in kit) before the snow season. Plug them in when the snow/ice starts and they will prevent ice dams. Even in high winds they stay put.
511359
Yes, I installed it on a slopped porch roof You have to be it is level, and you will need to measure and place it so that the blades don't hit the joists or roof elements.
419842
Yes, it does. This winter we did have to broom off the snow 2 or 3 times. It has worked well for us.
1462341
I just replaced a set that was more than 10 years old. The unit melted through serious ice and snow for that time on a problematic area of our guest house roof. Remember, your roof must by snow free for proper installation. Also, if it is too cold the shingles can crack when you install since you have to pry them up a bit to get fastener clips under them. If you install on your primary residence and are home all winter you can skip the controller and just plug the cables in manually when needed to cut channels in ice dams. They do use some juice so remember to unplug when not needed, after you have allowed snow melt runoff to exit roof. I just replaced a set that was more than 10 years old. The unit melted through serious ice and snow for that time on a problematic area of our guest house roof. Remember, your roof must by snow free for proper installation. Also, if it is too cold the shingles can crack when you install since you have to pry them up a bit to get fastener clips under them. If you install on your primary residence and are home all winter you can skip the controller and just plug the cables in manually when needed to cut channels in ice dams. They do use some juice so remember to unplug when not needed, after... » Read More I just replaced a set that was more than 10 years old. The unit melted through serious ice and snow for that time on a problematic area of our guest house roof. Remember, your roof must by snow free for proper installation. Also, if it is too cold the shingles can crack when you install since you have to pry them up a bit to get fastener clips under them. If you install on your primary residence and are home all winter you can skip the controller and just plug the cables in manually when needed to cut channels in ice dams. They do use some juice so remember to unplug when not needed, after you have allowed snow melt runoff to exit roof. « Show Less