Instructions

In this video, you'll learn three ways to install SnoBlox-Snojax Snow Guards on metal roofs.

- By adhesive attachment using Surebond SB-190 adhesive,
- By mechanical attachment using #14 screws, and
- By 3m tape attachment.

  Start by getting a free custom spacing layout from SpacingTool.com. If you haven't done so already, you'll need to measure your roof pitch, roof run, eave length, and panel measurements. Everything you need is at SpacingTool.com.

The following installation steps will vary depending on which method you use.

We'll begin with the adhesive attachment method. To get started, refer to your spacing layout and mark where each staggered row will be installed. We recommend using string lines to ensure that each row is straight. Next, clean the roof surface where each snow guard will be placed. Do not allow the cleaner to touch the snow guards. When the panel is fully dried, cut a wide nozzle opening in the tip of the Surebond SB-190 tube and puncture the inner seal. Generously apply the Surebond SB-190 adhesive to the entire base of the snow guard. Make sure there's an adequate squeeze out around the perimeter when the guard is firmly pressed onto the panel. When straddling a minor rib with the interchangeable base of the Snojax II or IceJax models, the entire gap must be filled in order to ensure a weather-tight seal. Place the face of the snow guard toward the ridge of the roof and press down firmly to ensure complete adhesion. Check the squeeze-out for gaps, and while wearing a rubber glove, finger wipe to fill any voids to ensure a weather-tight seal. Proceed to the next guard according to your spacing layout from SpacingTool.com. On steeper pitched roofs, use string lines to hold the snow guards in place and to prevent them from sliding until the adhesive sets up, usually in 24 hours.

The second method for installing snow guards is by mechanical attachment. Start by referring to your spacing layout. Next, clean the roof surface where each snow guard will be placed. Do not allow the cleaner to touch the snow guards. Mark where each staggered row will be installed. When the panel is fully dried, cut a wide nozzle opening in the tip of the sealant tube and puncture the inner seal. Depending on the type of screw used, some installers prefer to pre-drill starter points. Generously apply the sealant to the entire base of the snow guard. Make sure there's an adequate squeeze out around the perimeter when the guard is firmly pressed onto the panel. When straddling a minor rib with the interchangeable base of the Snojax II or Icejax models, fill the entire gap to ensure a weather-tight seal. If you are installing metal snow catcher snow guards, apply sealant generously to the bottom unless an EPDM sealer pad is already affixed to the guard. Place the face of the snow guard toward the roof ridge. Use a neoprene washer and #14 screw to penetrate through the guard and into a purlin, structural support, or at least 2-inch-thick wood blocking underneath. Tighten each screw enough to compress the neoprene washer without over-tightening or deforming the gasket. Check squeeze out for gaps, and while wearing a rubber glove, finger wipe to fill any voids to ensure a weather-tight seal. Then proceed to the next guard according to the spacing layout.

The third method of attachment used only with snow breaker snow guards is with 3m tape. Refer to the recommended spacing layout at SnowBreaker.com and mark where each row will be installed. Clean the roof surface where each snow guard will be placed. Do not allow the cleaner to touch the SnowBreaker or 3M tape. When the panel is fully dried, peel the red plastic backing from the pre-adhered 3M tape on the base of the SnowBreaker. Place the forward cutting edge toward the ridge of the roof. Press down and hold firmly for 10 seconds to ensure complete adhesion. Cut a narrow nozzle opening in the tip of the Surebond SB-190 tube and puncture the inner seal. Apply an adequate bead of adhesive around the entire base of the SnowBreaker to ensure a weather-tight seal. Proceed to the next guard according to the spacing layout. We hope this video has been informative. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-SNOJAX-1 or visit us at Snojax.com.

Thank you for using SnoBlox-Snojax snow guards.