Variations on snow guards have been used in the Alps and Scandinavia for hundreds of years and are found in ski resorts and snowy communities today. Snow and ice guards are designed to prevent mass quantities of snow and ice from avalanching off of roofs, causing extensive damage to property and pedestrians below. Decorative snow guards in copper to aluminum and polycarbonate are not only functional but highlight a roof’s aesthetic style and appeal. Snow rails offer even more protection minimizing liability for building owners and homeowners. Arapahoe Roofing and Sheet Metal offers the most extensive selection of snow guards for virtually any type of roof including slate, metal, shingle and cedar. Snow guards are also commonly called snow brackets, snow brakes, snow stops, snow shields, snow clips, snow rails, snow pads, and snow dogs.
Variations on snow guards have been used in the Alps and Scandinavia for hundreds of years and are found in ski resorts and snowy communities today. Snow and ice guards are designed to prevent mass quantities of snow and ice from avalanching off of roofs, causing extensive damage to property and pedestrians below. Decorative snow guards in copper to aluminum and polycarbonate are not only functional but highlight a roof’s aesthetic style and appeal. Snow rails offer even more protection minimizing liability for building owners and homeowners. Arapahoe Roofing and Sheet Metal offers the most extensive selection of snow guards for virtually any type of roof including slate, metal, shingle and cedar. Snow guards are also commonly called snow brackets, snow brakes, snow stops, snow shields, snow clips, snow rails, snow pads, and snow dogs.
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