Exposed Roof Decking with Snow
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Getting snow guards for slate roof--any tips/lessons?
Comments (2)Thanks lido, I had read that, and it's a great preservation brief. I gathered from it that snow guards are quite typical on slate roofs, and that any work/maintenance to a slate roof risks further damage. This is one of the reasons I'm considering a diy, since I'd work more slowly, maybe more carefully, than someone on the clock. I don't feel good about the company that installed new flashing last summer. They've maintained the roof for the past 50 years, so I went with them based on the previous owner's recommendation, but I can see cracked slates they missed (they were supposed to replace any cracked slates while they were up there), and just from talking to them, I got a funny feeling that was confirmed when they did the work. Quick and dirty would be my best description. I just wish I could find a slate craftsman/woman who takes their work seriously. I'm hoping someone out there has done a snow guard retrofit and found a product that could be attached with minimal disruption to the existing slates. I pasted below a link to one I'm considering. Also here is a thread from allexperts that is relevant to my situation. *** Otherwise, a couple of retrofit guards are available that might work for you. One general type is mechanically fastened in the exposed joint area between slates and through the underlying slate. Fastener heads are sealed and then have a bib or cover slip of sheet metal that is applied over the fastening point. Other versions just screw thru the joints between slate and rely on the sealant at the fastener penetrations to keep things watertight.O Another type has a long leg with angled slots that you attempt to slip under the slate and hook over an existing fastener. There are also guards that slip under the slate and hook over the top edge of the underlying slate but you need to know the depth upslope where the hook action is to take place (e.g., 9", 10", etc.). As for the hook on type which grab a fastener or hook over the top edge of the slate, recognize the real slate are normally loose when installed in that they more or less hang on fastener(s). This allows the slip-on retrofit guard to be more easily installed. Often synthetic slate are attached 'hard" where the fasteners are driven tight, making it harder to slip a guard into place. A google search of "retrofit snow guards for slate" will yield more specific product info. *** So, good info, but I'd still love to work this thread with someone who's "been there, done that." Here is a link that might be useful: retrofit snow guard...See MoreIs the snow causing roof damage or any plumbing issue?
Comments (18)The storey and one half home I grew up in constantly had ice dams, some so bad there were dangerous icicles hanging down. Totally insulating above the soffits would not solve the problem as the soffits were vented thus cold air was constantly entering the home and you never want to plug the vented soffits. The permanent solution was to lay thermostatically controlled electrical heat tracing a foot above the eaves. Not exactly economical but less expensive than the deductible for insurance claims. and no ice dams for the last 20 years. After 2 claims the Insurer refused to pay a third claim unless something was done to mitigate damages....See MoreDesign detail for a heavy-snow load, cold shed roof?
Comments (7)lazy_gardens - thanks for your concern. I agree the final details need to pass code and county regulations and to be reviewed by a licensed engineer. With that understanding, I'm trying to get my design close and reasonably workable before passing it off for final review by experts. I'm hoping there are some folks on this site who have school-of-hard-knocks-experience and can provide structural guidance based on designs that have worked / failed in heavy snow environments. I certainly have no plans to begin building based solely on internet opinions. But I would love to infuse my design with the experience of those who've gone down this path before....See MoreCost to build a roof with exposed ceiling joists/collars?
Comments (11)Well, it all depends on your preference for appearance and utility. Do you want to simply use the normal construction grade rafters and blocking? Do you want to look up and see the bottom and raw edges of the roof sheathing above the rafters? Do you care about seeing the roofing nails penetrate the roof sheathing? How will you route electrical power, lighting, signal and HVAC? When you omit the ceiling joists how will you offset the outward thrust of the rafter bottoms on their supporting walls? And how will you support the ridge beam which supports the upper ends of the rafter? If none of these things matter, then simply deduct the cost of hanging the ceiling gypboard and proceed to the bank with your savings. On the other hand, if you have to add materials and labor for any or all of these things, add by a measure of 1X-5X, depending on complexity....See MoreRelated Professionals
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