![]() It temporarily retains the snow, allowing it to melt completely or fall to the ground in small amounts. What’s a Snow Guard?Ī snow guard, also known as a snow retention system, is a roof structure designed to prevent snow and ice from falling suddenly or in large amounts. In addition, colorGard snow retention systems are available in multiple colors to match your metal roof. It’s compatible with all metal roof panel profiles and the only snow retention system covered by a lifetime warranty. So, we’ve developed this guide to help you choose the best snow guard system for your property.h Best snow guards for metal roofsĬolorGard is the most popular snow guard system for metal roofs. ![]() Unfortunately, the sheer number of snow guard designs, styles, and attachment methods can make selection challenging. They prevent snow from falling suddenly from the roof, averting possible damage and accidents on the ground. Use our Snow Retention Calculator to figure out your system by clicking here!Snow guards are indispensable if you live in a region with heavy snowfall. All related hardware is non-ferrous stainless steel for lasting performance.Ĭlick here to download more product information or call 888.321.9630Ĭlick on the above assembly and watch how the system is installed! The clamps are precision-machined from aircraft quality, high tensile aluminum-not cast or plastic. ![]() S-5!® patented, round-point setscrews grip the seam securely without penetration and without damage to the panel’s protective finishes. S-5!® is the trusted name in metal rooftop attachment technology worldwide. By utilizing a strip of the actual roof material, ColorGard® perfectly matches the roof-forever!ĬolorGard® is mechanically attached with patented S-5!® clamps. Nothing can equal it! So, why settle for less in a snow guard system? While some dyes, powder-coats and air-dried color application methods may initially simulate a perfect match, the color soon begins to fade and becomes increasingly mismatched with a few years of age. This is the only finish application method that can be warranted against color fade for 30 years or longer. Today’s premium Kynar 500® and Hylar 5000® (PVDF) paint systems used on metal panels are “coil-coated” and oven-cured. ColorGard® dramatically reduces the risks associated with rooftop avalanches and maintains the clean colorful appearance of the roof with perfect color and finish matching, which lasts as long as the roof itself! ColorGard® is the only snow retention system designed and engineered on a site-specific basis guaranteed to perform, to not damage the roof or finish, and to exactly match the roof color-for the entire life of the roof. The sudden and unexpected release of snow from the roof can be dramatic, posing a serious threat to property and passers-by. Unlike other snow guards that yellow and fail over time, ColorGard's unsurpassed holding strength controls snow migration with a perfect color-match that lasts the life of the roof. The only snow retention system good enough to be warranted for the life of the roof.One reason is to protect building and roof elements such as gutters, flues, vents, while also protecting the building mechanical equipment, valleys and other construction details. Watch a short video about how it installs to your Drexel Metals metal roof! In other words- evaporation and thaw rather than by a sudden and dangerous rooftop avalanche. The idea is to evacuate the snow in a predictable and controlled fashion. A snow guard is a device or system that retains snow pack on a roof.
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