Winter begins December 21, 2020.

The first day of winter is marked by the winter solstice on December 21 at 5:02 a.m. EST. At that time, the sun will be directly over the Tropic of Capricorn – the southern-most point the sun will be directly overhead during the year.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac explains that on the day of the winter solstice, we are tilted as far away from the sun as possible, which means that the sun’s path across the sky is as low in the sky as it can be.

The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year with only about 9½ hours of daylight. The good news is, after reaching the winter solstice, days grow longer until the summer solstice at 11:31 PM on Sunday, June 20, 2021.

Severe winter weather can be the toughest test for any commercial roofing system: winds, temperature extremes, condensation issues, and expansion and contraction of materials all contribute. Plus, roofing materials perform differently in lower temperatures, potentially limiting repair options.

While it’s best to prevent problems with inspection and maintenance, when leaks do occur, the Tri-State/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Group is your knowledgeable, experienced, and safe choice for roof repair in tough winter conditions.

Contact the location nearest you for help with roof repair this winter.