Snow and plumbing penetrations on metal roof.
With winter just around the corner will be the return of snow to much of the Wenatchee Valley and surrounding areas.
One vulnerable item on a metal roof is the plumbing vent penetration. Quite often in areas of heavier snow these plumbing vent pipes get ripped off the roof leaving a hole and moisture intrusion.
One way to protect these penetrations is to install a cricket designed to split snow and prevent it from damaging pipes and other roof protrusions.
As a home inspector I recommend evaluating your roof for potential problems before the snow flies.
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