Roof snow and icicle removal in Tallinn
Heavy snow loads the roof structure, and icicles over the pavement can seriously injure someone. We clear snow and icicles from flat and pitched roofs, always in pairs and with the area below fenced off.
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What's included
- Clearing snow from flat roofs
- Clearing snow from pitched roofs
- Removing icicles from eaves and gutters
- Fencing off and watching the area below
- Clearing the dropped snow from the pavement
- Aerial lift if the roof cannot be reached safely otherwise
Why roof snow matters
Wet, packed snow is much heavier than it looks. After a long snowy spell or a thaw followed by frost, the load on a flat roof or a lightweight building can become critical.
The second risk is falling snow and ice. In late winter, when days are sunny and nights frosty, icicles grow quickly on eaves and gutters and break off without warning. The property owner is responsible for making sure snow and icicles do not endanger people passing by, so it is better to act before the problem is obvious.
How we work safely
We always work on the roof in pairs, never alone. On the roof we use fall protection and anchor points or a safety line.
Before anything is dropped, the area below is fenced off and one worker keeps watch so no one walks into it. Snow is lowered in portions, so it does not damage cars, canopies, plants or windows below.
We leave a thin layer of snow on the roofing so the surface is not scratched by shovels. After the job we clear the dropped snow off the pavement and entrances.
Flat roofs, pitched roofs and icicles
On flat roofs we clear snow from the whole surface or along the edges and around drains, depending on the load and what you need. Clear drains matter during a thaw, when water has to go somewhere.
On pitched roofs work is slower and needs more care, so the price is higher. The pitch, the roofing material and whether there are snow guards all affect how we work.
Icicles we knock down from the roof or from below with long tools. Where the eaves are high above the street, we use an aerial lift.
Minimum call-out and aerial lift
Because the work is always done by two people, there is a minimum call-out price for a crew of two. An aerial lift is added only when the roof edge cannot be reached safely otherwise, and we tell you before ordering one.
The final price depends on the roof area, pitch, height, amount of snow and how easy it is to get onto the roof. Send photos of the building and the roof access and we will give you an estimate.
Prices
- Snow removal from a flat rooffrom 30 €/h
- Snow removal from a pitched rooffrom 35 €/h
- Icicle removalfrom 100 €/house
- Minimum call-out (2 workers)from 120 €
- Aerial lift if neededfrom 180 €
Prices are indicative and exclude VAT. We confirm the exact price before work starts.
Frequently asked questions
How soon can you come?+
After heavy snowfall demand is high. Call early, and if icicles are hanging over a pavement, say so: those jobs we try to do first.
What do you need from us?+
Access to the roof, usually via a hatch or ladder, and information about skylights, cables and other things hidden under the snow.
Who is responsible if snow falls on someone?+
As a rule, the property owner. That is why it is worth clearing roofs and icicles in time, especially above pavements and entrances.
Will you damage the roof?+
We work with plastic shovels and leave a thin protective layer of snow. Tell us if the roofing is old or has been repaired so we can be extra careful.
Do you work for housing associations?+
Yes. For apartment buildings and commercial properties we can also agree regular checks through the winter.