Roof Snow Guard & Snow Fence Articles

Snow guards can keep snow from damaging property and harming bystanders.

Before the first snows begin to fall, make sure to prepare your home to handle upcoming winter weather. A key step is to contact your roofer and arrange for retrofit installation of an efficient snow guard system to help prevent dangerous avalanching of snow from your roof.

We're proud to unveil our latest commitment to customer satisfaction: a 3-Day Guarantee for Free Layout and Quote Services for Single-Family Homes. This industry-first bold initiative sets a new benchmark for speed, reliability, and transparency in the snow guard industry, benefiting homeowners and contractors across North America.

Announcing the eight winners in this year's contest! One Grand Prize and three Runners Up in each of the two "Residential" and "Commercial" Project categories.

This free 45-minute presentation is intended for architects and contractors with general roofing knowledge. Attendees gain an in-depth overview of snow retention systems used on sloped roofs and their critical role in protecting people and property from the hazards of sliding snow and ice.

When homeowners envision the captivating allure of their dream homes, the roof often crowns the picture -- literally and figuratively. Its silhouette defines the skyline, its materials and color breathe personality into the structure, and its architectural features can make a house stand out as the gem of the block.

Whether it's a region like Truckee, where heavy snowfall is the norm, or the mountains of Colorado, or the hills of Texas, snow guards are an essential safety measure.

Looking for a fast, beautiful snow retention system for either standing seam or exposed-fastened roof profiles? The "lay-and-play" system of ColorGard® 2.0 from S-5!® fits your needs!

Our new Everest Guard* EG10 and EG16 are two ultra-strong gusset-designed snow guards. Constructed stackable or "nested" for trouble-free handling on rooftops, the welded steel snow guards feature a pre-drilled strap that allows for easy nail or screw fastening. Both the 10" and 16" Everest snow guards are powder coated steel and stocked in dark bronze, harbor gray, and black.

It may not be Oz, but it can be just as fascinating. Send us your roof plan, and almost magically, you receive a complete snow retention plan (SRP) detailing the products and placement that will work best for your roof.