Luckily, you can calculate your structure’s snow load, and if you think you’re getting close to the brink, take some precautions. Here are some helpful steps to take to keep snow from damaging ...

EL DORADO COUNTY -- In sunshine and a break in the snowfall, snow removal crews worked throughout the region clearing roads, digging out driveways, and clearing snow from rooftops. Snow piled high ...

One square foot is equivalent to 12.5 lbs. Roofs are typically designed to withstand a range of snow loads based on regional climate conditions. On average, most roofs can withstand 20 lbs.

El Dorado County homes built before 1982 could be at the greatest risk as the county adopted a new roof design standard that addressed snow loads. Vents and chimneys should also be kept clear as ...

Fairbanks’ snow load is weighing in slightly above average for this time a year, according to the city’s building department. Christoph Falke, building official at the city, said the current ...

In the wake of several commercial buildings in Anchorage collapsing under heavy snow loads this winter, many residents are concerned about the structural integrity of their homes. So far there are ...

This year, the roofs of three commercial structures collapsed under loads of heavy snow. Last year, 16 buildings had roofs collapse, with one person killed at a gym. The city last week issued ...