Here s a simple rule for deciding.
Remove snow from roof or not.
If you must get on the roof call a professional.
If you can remove the snow from a ladder with various snow clearing tools do so.
The only time it may be safe for a homeowner to remove snow from the roof in the winter is if the home is one story and the snow can be removed by working from the ground with a snow rake.
Keep in mind that metal tools used during the removal process may cause more damage to your roof and or have the.
If using a shovel.
5 quick do s of roof snow removal start from the edge of your roof when you are attempting to remove snow yourself and work your way onto the roof from.
Some snow rakes have rollers that keep the rake just above the shingle.
Hellevang advises using a roof rake which allows a person to remove snow while standing on the ground.