Roof rakes
A roof rake pulls snow off the roof’s lower edge from the ground, so meltwater can’t refreeze at the eaves into an ice dam.
Used for: Ice damsSnow removal
Our picks
Blade Tie
Polycarbonate, 25 in wide
Aluminum, 25 in wide, 6 in tall
Weight
4.8 lb
5.7 lb
Pole Tie
Aluminum, 6.2 to 21 ft
Aluminum, 6.2 to 21 ft
Reach Tie
About 27 ft overhead (Snow Joe)
About 27 ft overhead (Snow Joe)
Warranty Tie
2 years
2 years, household use
Choose the Snow Joe Roofer Joe 21 ft Telescoping Roof Rake, Poly Blade if you want the lightest rake to hold overhead for long
Choose the Snow Joe Roofer Joe 21 ft Telescoping Roof Rake, Aluminum Blade if you prefer a metal blade and don't mind about a pound more
Before you buy
- Measure your reach Check the pole length against the distance from where you stand to the first few feet of roof.
- Choose the blade Plastic blades are lighter; aluminum is stiffer for packed snow.
- Stay clear of lines Keep the pole and yourself well away from every power line, including the wires to the house.
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Guides
How-to
How to remove an ice dam safely
Rake the snow off the lower roof from the ground, leave the ice itself to a professional, and photograph any leak for your insurer.
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Roof rake questions
Is it safe to use an aluminum roof rake?
Only well away from power lines, including the wires to your house. Both rakes we list have aluminum poles. Near lines, a non-conductive pole such as fiberglass is the safer choice, and if lines run near the roof edge, hire a professional. Your electricity utility publishes the minimum distance to keep between its lines and you or anything you hold; check it before you start.
How much snow should I take off the roof?
Clear the lowest few feet above the eaves, where meltwater refreezes into ice dams. Work from the ground, pull the snow towards you and stand clear of where it falls. Our ice dam guide explains why the eaves matter most.
Should I climb on the roof to clear snow?
We don’t advise it. OSHA warns that snow hides skylights you can fall through and that a snow-loaded roof may not be safe to stand on. A rake from the ground does the job that matters for ice dams; for more, hire a professional.