Diy Metal Roof Snow Guards

Use the silicone caulk make a ring on the bottom perimeter of the board then put in place on the roof.

Diy metal roof snow guards. Then to reinforce it use the power drill to screw each board onto an asphalt or wood roof. There are clamps on snow guards that attach to the standing seam ribs and use set screws to mechanically attach. The snow diverter holds the snow above the roof penetration and prevents excessive snow loads. For shingle roofs use a thinner board and slide it under the shingle after you have loaded it with caulk.

Typically snow guards are made of stainless steel zinc coated steel copper or aluminum but sometimes they come in polycarbonate and plastic. Place the guard in a staggered formation so that every other guard is 6 inches higher up on the roof. You will end up with two rows of guards. Snow rails vary in their material.

Our metal roof snow guard products are a cost effective long lasting aesthetically pleasing snow retention solution for any metal corrugated standing seam asphalt shingle or slate roof located in a winter climate. Best snow retention snow guard systems. The lmcurbs snow diverter is designed to divert the snow and ice away from stacks and vent pipes on metal roofs to avoid damage.