3 Tips for Safely Hanging Holiday Lights

It’s no secret that Denver is subject to large amounts of snow and ice in the winter. With the holidays quickly approaching, it is essential to discuss the correct ways to decorate your roof this season. Use this guide to learn a few ways to improve your safety before hanging your holiday lights.

Make Sure Your Roof is in Good Repair

Even if you don’t have to walk on the roof to hang the lights, your roof should still be in good repair. If you are able, have a roof repair company in Denver inspect it at the beginning of winter. Make any necessary repairs to avoid damage, then recheck the roof before hanging the lights. The last thing you want is for your holiday cheer to come crashing down due to unseen rust or a loose gutter.

Don’t Block Gutters

Gutters serve an important purpose, even in the winter. As the snow on your roof melts, the gutters guide the water down to the ground to help prevent icicles from forming. Icicles can become very heavy and present a huge hazard, especially to multi-story homes. Try your best to avoid blocking your gutters and contact a roofing company right away if large icicles start to form.

Avoid Stepping on the Roof

While adding lights to the top and middle portions of the roof can help it shine brighter, it is important to remember that roofs are very sleek in the winter. Even if no snow is present, darkly-colored ice can form on the roof, presenting a slip hazard. Try to use a ladder and keep lights to the reachable areas of the roof.

Prepare Your Roof for Winter

Even if you aren’t hanging holiday lights, it is a good idea to inspect your roof before winter. Horn Brothers Roofing Company is happy to help Denver residents prepare for the snowy season. Contact us to learn more preparation and roof maintenance tips.

Horn Brothers Roofing will be closed from Friday, Dec 22nd to Monday, January 8th. We wish you happy holidays and look forward to working with you in the new year!