Insights on snow load, roof safety and data-driven property operations
Practical guides, facts and perspectives from the people who build the sensors and talk to property owners every day. Written for those who want to make safer decisions about roofs, snow removal and insurance.
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- Roof safety•25 August 2026•12 min
How to Remove Snow from a Roof Safely?
If snow is building up on your roof, do not judge the risk by snow depth alone. Fresh, dry snow can be relatively light, while wet, compacted snow and ice can create much higher loads.
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Joar Dahl
Tech Specialist, NevoSens
- Roof safety•18 August 2026•10 min
Cold Roof vs Warm Roof: Which Handles Snow Load Better?
The difference between a cold roof and a warm roof comes down to one thing: where the insulation sits. That distinction matters year-round, but it matters most in winter, particularly when snow starts to build up.
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Tech Specialist, NevoSens
- Roof safety•7 August 2026•11 min
Snow Guards for Metal Roofs: Do They Actually Prevent Collapse?
Snow sliding off a metal roof sounds harmless until it takes your gutters with it, or lands on someone walking below. Snow guards are the go-to solution, but a bigger question often goes unanswered: do they actually stop a roof from collapsing under heavy snow?
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Tech Specialist, NevoSens