The headquarters for Aspen Contracting is in Missouri, and if you’ve visited the state, you know Missouri winters can be rather harsh. Roofing jobs are being completed as the weather changes, but what happens when winter comes in full force? The short answer is roofs are still being replaced during the winter months. Not every contracting company will make the …
Tips For Hanging Christmas Lights
There are two types of people in this world: Those who put up their Christmas decorations before Thanksgiving, and those who wait until the holiday has come and gone. Which one are you? No matter your answer, our tips and tricks for safely hanging Christmas lights will come in handy this holiday season! 1. Check Electrical Outlets- Do you …
Is Your Roof Winter Ready?
The temperature has started to drop, but it hasn’t gotten too cold- quite yet. Before winter comes, it’s important to make sure your roof is prepared for the impending weather. If precautions aren’t taken, it could create lasting damage. We’ve created a Winter roof checklist that can be used to make sure you, and your roof, are ready for the …
The Effects of Ponding Water on Commercial Roofs
Ponding water on a commercial roof can occur almost any time during the year but can be more prevalent during the winter months. If snow and ice accumulate and your roof doesn’t have proper drainage, this could lead to ponding water and cause leaks and other forms of damage on your roof. Increased Weight on Your Roof Standing water on …
Home Maintenance Tips for Winter
Believe it or not, winter is fast approaching! Cold temperatures, snow and ice can potentially damage your home if you’re not prepared. Make sure your home is up to the task of keeping you safe, warm and dry this season! Here are Aspen’s top home maintenance tips for winter. Check Your Drains and Gutters Autumn often means loads of fallen …
Is Removing Snow From Your Roof Necessary?
Is removing snow for your roof necessary? That is a good question and the answer will depend on who you ask. With the recent winter storms that we have had around most of the country the question some owners have is how much snow is too much to have on your roof. Large amounts of snow on your roof can …
Preparing Your Commercial Property’s Exterior for Winter
We at Aspen Contracting understand that snow and ice aren’t always a winter wonderland, truthfully winter weather can be a downright pain. We’re here to help you understand how to be prepared to winter weather and how to ensure that the exterior of your building or home is winter ready. Here are a few tips to make sure you’re properly …
Combating Commercial Low Slope Roof Winter Issues
Low Slope Snow Pileup and Ice Damming As snow piles up and ice dams form, this can result in clogged drainage systems and roof collapses. It’s a good idea to have an ice and snow removal plan before bad weather commences. Mother Nature can easily foster conditions for snow and ice to accumulate without allowing time for cycles of de-thawing and …
Can You Get A Roof In The Winter
It can be unclear to many people if roof installations can occur in winter but the short answer is yes! Can you get a roof in the Winter? That is a question many homeowners and property owners have. Like any other season, roofing companies do work in winter conditions, while it does bring on different strains, it is certainly not entirely impossible. …