Snow load.
Does anyone have information on the weight of snow. We had the typical four to six inches of snow then thaw then repeat. However, this last snow came fast an continuous. Looking out the window it ...
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Here is a quick rule of thumb to help you if you are concerned.
Basic calculation – (for a quick analysis only)
This calculation is based on a 25% moisture density which may be conservative for our current snow fall. As a rule of thumb, saturated snow weighs approximately 20 pounds per cubic foot.
Calculation: S x 1.25 = P where:
S = Inches of snow on the roof (depth)
1.25 = Weight of 1 sq ft of snow for each 1-inch of depth
P = Pounds per square foot (lbs/sq ft)
Example: If the snow on my roof is 20-inches deep, what would that equate to?
20-inch roof snow depth x 1.25 lbs/sq ft = 25 lbs per sq ft of roof snow load
Source: >Should I shovel the snow off my roof? - CDA Building Department
building.cdaid.org/images/Handouts/Shovel%20Roof%20Snow.pdf
lol. They said if you really want to know quickly just cut out one square foot of the snow and weigh it! :B
pdf is a real eye opener on weight of snow, good read.
Basic calculation – (for a quick analysis only)
This calculation is based on a 25% moisture density which may be conservative for our current snow fall. As a rule of thumb, saturated snow weighs approximately 20 pounds per cubic foot.
Calculation: S x 1.25 = P where:
S = Inches of snow on the roof (depth)
1.25 = Weight of 1 sq ft of snow for each 1-inch of depth
P = Pounds per square foot (lbs/sq ft)
Example: If the snow on my roof is 20-inches deep, what would that equate to?
20-inch roof snow depth x 1.25 lbs/sq ft = 25 lbs per sq ft of roof snow load
Source: >Should I shovel the snow off my roof? - CDA Building Department
building.cdaid.org/images/Handouts/Shovel%20Roof%20Snow.pdf
lol. They said if you really want to know quickly just cut out one square foot of the snow and weigh it! :B
pdf is a real eye opener on weight of snow, good read.
