Roof Rakes (19 items found)

Winter weather can put extra stress on your home. If you're in a region where heavy snow and ice are the norm, all that weight can take a toll on your roof. To ensure your home stays safe against damage caused by too much snow on your roof, shop for high-quality roof rakes and other roof snow removal tools from brands like Avalanche at Ace Hardware.

What Is a Snow Rake?

If left in place following a storm, snow can damage your roof, put stress on your foundation and lead to leaks inside your home. However, trying to remove it with ordinary tools like shovels is often time-consuming, challenging and potentially unsafe. Snow pushers and snow blowers are designed for your driveway and sidewalks and don't have enough reach, and climbing onto a ladder in snowy and icy conditions could be dangerous.

Using a snow rake for your roof lets you remove snow from your property and protect your home from damage. Roof rakes are snow removal tools with extra-long handles and wide heads. Even though they're called rakes, they don't have long tines like those used in gardens. Instead, a roof rake for snow removal usually features a blade that can chip away at ice and lift away snow.

How to Choose a Roof Rake for Snow Removal

To find the right roof rake for your needs, consider the size, available extensions and its material.

• Roof rake size: Size is one of the most important considerations with snow rakes. Some roof rakes have telescoping handles to quickly remove heavy piles of snow in one fluid motion.
• Rake extensions: Our roof rake extensions add more reach to your standard rake, making it safer and easier to rake snow from the roof. This comes in handy for hard-to-reach areas or when you need more leverage.
• Aluminum vs. fiberglass: An aluminum roof rake is a great all-around tool. Its simple design makes it cost-effective, and the metal construction ensures durability. A fiberglass roof rake is a good option for a lighter tool that can stand the test of time.

Finally, check out the special features of various roof rake models. Those with built-in wheels, rollers and bumpers can help protect your roof from damage. A rake or roof snow rake extension with a slight bend can simplify snow removal, giving you the flexibility to move the tool vertically as well as back and forth.

Buy a Roof Rake Near You at Ace

Raking roof snow is easy with quality tools from Ace. Our helpful staff can recommend the right rakes for roofing and other snow removal tools, making it easy to purchase snow blowers, sidewalk scrapers and top snow removal equipment. Shop roof rakes near you at your local Ace.