snow retention
AVALANCHE
Is the last thing you want to hear at home.
Here at Nordic Solutions, we offer a variety of snow retention to best solve your metal roof needs in the winter. Our retention holds the snow back and allows you peace of mind. Sometimes your project is a mix of both heat tape and snow retention to resolve sliding snow and ice.
why people choose us.
We specialize in winter preparation.
While there are some companies, roofers, and contractors in the market for snow retention, we find that there aren't many who install adequate snow retention. We strive to keep costs low with our design while still delivering a long lasting commercial product and professional installation. We will provide solutions to your snow trouble. We look forward to working with you.
The 3 main snow retention systems.
each with its own purpose
spikes/ snow guards
bar system
ColorGard
fence system
DualGard
spike guards:
bar system:
fence system:
disrupts the downward movement of snow
holds back snow to the roof
holds back large accumulations of snow
low snow load capacity
moderate snow load capacity
high snow load capacity
best used in regions with:
low snowfall, brief snow events, transient snow
best use in regions with:
moderate snowfall, persistent or lingering snowfall
best use in regions with:
heavy snowfall, snowpack snow areas
overall cost: low
overall cost: moderate
overall cost: expensive
reliability:
low
reliability:
moderate - high
reliability:
high
possible failure during large snow events
does not fully hold the snow to the roof
let's discuss which option is best for you.
call us and schedule a quote.
We recommend installing ColorGard for most projects, as it is the most cost effective and most durable product in the realm of snow retention.
For projects that are in areas with heavy snowfall, we recommend installing DualGard.
