Every morning during the winter, it’s not uncommon to wake up to a winter wonderland outside. The sparkling grass in the morning sun and the thin blanket of frost that covers everything make this time of year magical. While taking in the beauty of winter, it may make you start to wonder about the frost that is covering your roof shingles. We have gotten quite a few questions over the years about whether or not frost can damage the shingles on your roof. In this blog, we will break down what you need to worry about this winter and how ice affects your roof.

 Is Frost Good or Bad?

Typically, roofing materials are made to withstand water and winter weather. This means that the frost isn’t necessarily bad for roof shingles; as long as your roof is in good condition, it should hold up against the weather. Additionally, local roofers should be able to recommend the suitable materials that will last the longest in your climate.

Frost can actually be looked at as a good thing. If you see frost on your residential roof and notice that the neighboring houses also have ice, you can be assured that your attic insulation is working correctly. However, if you see that your roof is free of frost and the neighboring houses all have ice, that could be an indication that your attic insulation is working poorly. If you notice that the frost is there but spotty, you can assume that while your attic does have insulation, it is not even throughout. Without proper insulation, the heat that is meant to be warming up your house is leaking through the attic, melting the frost.

 Should You Worry About a Lack of Frost?

When you see that there is a lack of frost present on your roof compared to your neighbors, that could be cause for concern. Only worry if your house is facing the same direction with the same amount of sun exposure and still doesn’t have the same amount of frost as next-door houses. If your home is not in direct sunlight and everyone else has frost except for you, you should contact a local roofer to see if there is a problem with your roofing and or insulation.

 New Look Roof

A great local roofing company is New Look Roof. We are based in Louisville, Kentucky, and we want to serve you! Our roofing crew is trained on the proper materials that work best in our climate, no matter the season. If you have any concerns or questions about the state of your roof, don’t hesitate to call. We would love to answer any questions you may have or come out to take a look at the potential problem. New Look is a trustworthy company that takes pride in honest and fair quotes; just read some of our reviews!

New Look Roof specializes in roofing, siding, windows, gutters, and repairs. We serve the greater Louisville area and pride ourselves on being industry-leading in materials, education, training, and craftsmanship. We invite all potential clients to fill out a form online or call us directly at 502.341.4415!