I had mine covered too. In anticipation for a trip next week I took it off this weekend. About 6" of snow encased in ice. Was not fun. Calling for more snow this week, but all I have to do now is broom it off. I am not sure what I would do if it were frozen on. Heat may help but it will take a while for sure. Be careful on the roof. Snow and ice make a dangerous situation very risky. I crawled on my hands and knees and still almost bit it. Seriously considering moving to fl.