If you're in the process of selecting snow guard products for your home, business or any other structure ahead of the Michigan winter, there are several factors to be considering. One of these factors involves the elements you should generally be avoiding when it comes to snow guards - and there are a few basic examples.
At Supply Maverick, a division of Mid Michigan Metal Sales, we offer an unmatched selection of snow guards and related products for clients around the state. Here are some of the issues you should be avoiding when choosing snow guards - issues you'll almost never find with our products, but which are worth understanding when you're scouring the market for the ideal solution.
Sadly, while we wish all snow guard manufacturers were held to the same standards when it comes to quality and materials, this just isn't the case. Some use inferior materials that are prone to corrosion over time, particularly when exposed to harsh winter weather conditions like heavy snowfall or extreme temperatures.
These kinds of products will have nowhere near the expected 40-plus-year lifespan that's become the industry standard. Our products, on the other hand, are constructed only with materials like heavy-duty steel and aluminum that resist corrosion even under extreme conditions - giving you maximum value over time.
In some cases, manufacturers use designs for their snow guards that have been around for decades without any significant updates or advances. While these may still technically work to a degree, they have often become less efficient or effective over time due to improvements made by other manufacturers.
Supply Maverick is always on the cutting edge of snow guard design and technology - we're constantly looking for new ways to improve performance and efficiency for our clients.
Some snow guards simply aren't built with enough strength to handle the heavy snow loads that can occur in Michigan. This can lead to serious damage or even collapse of your roof, resulting in costly repairs and potential safety hazards.
At Supply Maverick, our products are built with maximum strength in mind - we rigorously test all our snow guards to ensure they can handle extreme conditions and protect your structure for years to come.
One issue that requires a bit of additional attention when selecting snow guards is the type of fasteners used to attach them to your roof. If the wrong type or size of fastener is used, it can lead to weak spots in your roof and potential damage down the road.
At Supply Maverick, we offer a variety of fasteners that are specifically designed for different roof types and materials - ensuring you get a secure and long-lasting installation every time.
Because they are expected to perform an important job in protecting your structure, snow guards should always be rigorously tested before being sold to customers. Unfortunately, not all manufacturers adhere to this standard - some may skip testing altogether or simply don't use appropriate methods that provide reliable results.
This often leads to several key issues, one of which is low holding strength. Holding strength refers to the amount of force a snow guard can withstand before failing - and if this isn't properly tested, you may end up with products that simply don't work as intended.
At Supply Maverick, we take testing very seriously - we use rigorous methods to ensure our snow guards meet or exceed industry standards for holding strength, so you can have peace of mind knowing your structure is protected.
While installing snow guards should take a few steps and some time, it shouldn't require a degree in rocket science. Unfortunately, some manufacturers make the process much more complicated than it needs to be - either through poor instructions or unnecessarily complex designs.
At Supply Maverick, we pride ourselves on offering snow guards that are easy to install for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. We provide clear and detailed instructions with each product, and our designs are optimized for maximum efficiency during installation.
Overall, it's important to understand why quality matters when it comes to snow guards. These products are meant to protect your structure from the potentially damaging effects of heavy snow loads, so using inferior or outdated options can put your property and anyone on it at risk.
When you choose Supply Maverick for your snow guard needs, you can trust that you're getting the highest quality products on the market - backed by our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. Don't settle for less when it comes to protecting your structure from winter weather - choose Supply Maverick for peace of mind and long-lasting protection.
