Cold Weather Roofing in Toledo

Cold Weather Roofing in Toledo

Asphalt shingles need surface temperatures above roughly 40 degrees for the factory sealant strip to bond, which is why a shingle installed on a cold January morning in Toledo can lift again in the next wind event if it never fully sealed. Pro Craft Home Products handles roof replacement and roof repair through the winter in Toledo, working around temperature windows rather than skipping the season, and using hand-sealing on shingle tabs when conditions call for it. Cold weather is also when ice and water shield coverage matters most, since it is what keeps meltwater from backing up under the shingle line once an ice dam forms at the eave. Call 419.475.9600 or request a free inspection online.

Do Roofers Replace Roofs in the Winter? | Pro Craft Toledo

Do Roofers Replace Roofs in the Winter? | Pro Craft Toledo

Yes. Roofers replace roofs in winter. The real question is not whether it can be done but what changes when the temperature drops, which materials work without issue, and when waiting until spring is the wrong call. Here is the straight answer for Toledo homeowners. The 40 Degree Rule for Asphalt Shingles Asphalt shingles have a thermally activated sealant strip on the...