Installing a Roof in Winter

Join us to uncover why the belief that homeowners should avoid roofing repairs or replacements in winter is often misleading. Although some areas pose challenges due to low temperatures, in many cases, winter roof installations are similar to summer ones, just a bit colder.

Seasonal Changes

In South Africa, most rainfall occurs in the hotter months, except in the Western Cape, where heavy rainfall is common during winter. Rain is the primary factor affecting roof installation and repairs due to increased slipperiness and the risk of injuries. Therefore, it makes sense to advise South African homeowners to schedule repairs or replacements before summer to avoid unpleasant issues like leaks and cracks.

A Common Misconception

There are a large number of roofing companies that will stray away from working in winter months because they use adhesives rather than hot air-welded seams for their flat roofing systems. In cold weather, adhesives tend to freeze and distort in terms of their chemical composition, which would essentially be the reason for premature failure. Fortunately, this is not a problem for our clients at Dezzo Roofing.

Anywhere, Anytime

The fact of the matter is that if there is a roof that needs to be installed or one that simply needs a bit of fixing, there is no time of the year that we can’t help you. Whether you are based in the warmest place to be – none other than Sunny Durban – or you are up in the Drakensburg where weather conditions include heavy snowfall at certain times of the year, there is not a roof we cannot install, nor is there a solution we cannot find.

If you are looking for excellence in roofing solutions this winter, visit Dezzo Roofing for a range of comprehensive services specifically suited to your roofing needs.