Customer Success Stories
Snow Solutions

Lavern Zimmerman, AB Martin
At AB Martin, only the highest quality products will do, and we like to recommend products that we ourselves use. ... Read moreLavern Zimmerman, AB Martin
At AB Martin, only the highest quality products will do, and we like to recommend products that we ourselves use. With S-5! products, you can be confident that the clamps will hold for the long term, unlike glue-on products. Most S-5! clamp designs also use zero-penetration technology to maintain roof integrity and avoid leaks. We highly recommend S-5! clamps and snow retention systems for any roofing job.

Claude Simard, Owner, Claude Simard Metal Systems Ltd., Canada
Snow guards can be pretty tricky and pretty risky. We wanted to use a product from a manufacturer who we ... Read moreClaude Simard, Owner, Claude Simard Metal Systems Ltd., Canada
Snow guards can be pretty tricky and pretty risky. We wanted to use a product from a manufacturer who we knew would guarantee their products for the long-term. Not only does S-5! provide quality products, great customer service and remarkable technical support, the company has been around since 1992 and stands behind its products with a warranty like no other. As an added bonus, our engineer was able to custom-engineer the product for this project with S-5!’s web-based snow calculator.

John L. Fleming, Jr., President, Weathercraft Company of Colorado Springs
Working at an elevation of 14,115 feet presents many challenges, and snow retention was just one concern. We were very familiar ... Read moreJohn L. Fleming, Jr., President, Weathercraft Company of Colorado Springs
Working at an elevation of 14,115 feet presents many challenges, and snow retention was just one concern. We were very familiar with our friends at S-5! and wanted to partner with a quality local company. S-5! was able to anodize its ColorGard and clamps in a dark bronze finish to complement the weathering steel look of the metal roof, meeting the aesthetic requirements of the architect.

Stephen Golab, Vice President, Carlon Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.
We have been using S-5! products for more than 10 years. We choose S-5! because it is simple and easy to ... Read moreStephen Golab, Vice President, Carlon Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.
We have been using S-5! products for more than 10 years. We choose S-5! because it is simple and easy to install―and engineered for the job. It doesn’t matter what the manufactured roof color is, we can always get an exact match with ColorGard because it is taken from the same flat sheets that are used on the trim. It is always readily available within a quick turnaround time, and we know we can always depend on a viable snow retention system with S-5!

Nik Pavlich, Field Operations Manager, Pavlich Construction
For anyone looking to install snow retention, ColorGard is really easy to install, lightweight and easy to handle. The overall ... Read moreNik Pavlich, Field Operations Manager, Pavlich Construction
For anyone looking to install snow retention, ColorGard is really easy to install, lightweight and easy to handle. The overall customer service and tools that S-5! provided and gave us as two individuals to do it ourselves was really a big win for us.

David Cowart, Operations Manager, Church For All Nations
“Poorly cared-for roofs are budget killers. Our church has had its share of roof problems throughout its history. When we ... Read moreDavid Cowart, Operations Manager, Church For All Nations
“Poorly cared-for roofs are budget killers. Our church has had its share of roof problems throughout its history. When we built our new building in 1998 we made a commitment to take very good care of our roof infrastructure. The S-5! product line has been an incredible asset to helping us maintain our commitment, and we’ve appreciated the partnership that we’ve had with the folks at S-5! over the past 20+ years. You not only get a quality product that stands the test of time, but you benefit from a relationship with a family and a team that stands behind their products. Our snow guard system looks the same as it did the first day we installed it, which is a testament to the quality of the product.”

Sam Fisher, Fisher’s Roofing
“We have been using ColorGard by S-5! for 15 years. Hands down it is a much better system for the roof ... Read moreSam Fisher, Fisher’s Roofing
“We have been using ColorGard by S-5! for 15 years. Hands down it is a much better system for the roof and for the traffic in and out of the building than snow cleats. It is a much safer system and looks so much better on the roof because of its precise matching. The quality and the durability of the product is excellent for snow retention. The product has integrity–it does what it says it is going to do–and installation is simple.”

Lisa Olson, Metal Products Coordinator, Brock Associates
We always recommend ColorGard by S-5! as the most reliable snow retention product of its kind on the market. With ... Read moreLisa Olson, Metal Products Coordinator, Brock Associates
We always recommend ColorGard by S-5! as the most reliable snow retention product of its kind on the market. With unsurpassed holding strength, S-5! ColorGard is a tested, trusted and engineered product that performs for the life of the roof.

Mark Orsborn, President, Colorado Custom Metal, Inc.
I was particularly impressed with S-5! They were the only snow retention company in the marketplace who could tell us ... Read moreMark Orsborn, President, Colorado Custom Metal, Inc.
I was particularly impressed with S-5! They were the only snow retention company in the marketplace who could tell us the mathematical equation required to calculate the snow loads for their products. There was no guesswork—an engineered avalanche control system with no messy glues or adhesives. We didn't even have to penetrate the roofing envelope to achieve our desired results. The ColorGard system also provided added strength to the overall diaphragm of the new roof system.

Kevin Clark & Jane Jacquemin-Clark, Founders of Hope Hollow
What began as a business transaction turned into something much greater as he embraced our mission. Not only did he ... Read moreKevin Clark & Jane Jacquemin-Clark, Founders of Hope Hollow
What began as a business transaction turned into something much greater as he embraced our mission. Not only did he assist us with his snow guard products, but he has become one of our most loyal supporters—as a generous donor and a faithful believer in our mission and ministry. Rob was so kind to make a personal visit to us in Columbus. We were honored and humbled to meet him in person. We highly recommend S-5! It is an exceptional business that cares about people in need, and Rob is a kind, generous and loving man who has truly touched the lives of the cancer patients we serve at Hope Hollow. We are grateful beyond words to Rob and S-5!

Bob Zabcik, Metal Construction Association
It was twice the load for half the cost. Nobody else would do that. Read moreBob Zabcik, Metal Construction Association
It was twice the load for half the cost. Nobody else would do that.

Troy Falbo, Western Region Sales Manager, Sheffield Metals
S-5! truly was a blessing when they came into the market. To be honest, it is the only snow retention ... Read moreTroy Falbo, Western Region Sales Manager, Sheffield Metals
S-5! truly was a blessing when they came into the market. To be honest, it is the only snow retention system I sell. It is the only product I choose to represent, by far the most superior snow retention system in the world today, and the only engineered system in the world. In my opinion, S-5! should be applied to every architectural standing seam metal roof in a snowy region.

Dave Kowch, Business Development Manager, Sky Products, Ltd., Canada
The installation process alone cut the costs of labor in half because the customer did not have to install 7,000+ screws ... Read moreDave Kowch, Business Development Manager, Sky Products, Ltd., Canada
The installation process alone cut the costs of labor in half because the customer did not have to install 7,000+ screws as previously planned; however, the big take away is by using S-5! ColorGard®, they have future-proofed their new roofs and avoided the headache of roof leaks for years to come.

Deborah Zarbo, Alternative Energy Engineer, Frey Electric Construction, Co, Tonawanda, NY
We choose S-5! for their reliability and great technical support. This installation is in a snow belt so proper attachment ... Read moreDeborah Zarbo, Alternative Energy Engineer, Frey Electric Construction, Co, Tonawanda, NY
We choose S-5! for their reliability and great technical support. This installation is in a snow belt so proper attachment was crucial. Being able to install the system without penetrating the metal roof also helped us sell the project to the customer.

Guido Morandin, General Manager at Work Monster, Inc., Timmins, On
We were tired of supplying customers with an improper ice rake, ice guard, ice stop system. With failure after failure, ... Read moreGuido Morandin, General Manager at Work Monster, Inc., Timmins, On
We were tired of supplying customers with an improper ice rake, ice guard, ice stop system. With failure after failure, we needed a change. And then we found the S-5! system. Install was as easy as snapping a chalk line and following it. All that is needed is to perform some minor layout with installing the SnoClips. Anyone with half a brain can do the math and pre-position system components prior to the roof installation. This year's winter season in the Timmins area, we witnessed a massive ice retention collapse. They would literally fold under the wet snow on the roof in March. None, I mean None of our S-5 failed, especially with the SnoClips. They held all day long, night after night and let the snow dissipate underneath them. Because it's the best. In my field, you truly get what you pay for. This still stands true with S-5 in my 25 years of construction experience. S-5 is a true ice break, snow guard retention system. This 100% aluminum product with butyl-fastening bases and load-tested brackets can’t be beat for the north! Period!

Scott Miller, President, Milcon Construction, San Antonio, TX
After testing several options, S-5! was deemed the best. ColorGard® adds strength without compromising appearance. Everything came out stunning! Read moreScott Miller, President, Milcon Construction, San Antonio, TX
After testing several options, S-5! was deemed the best. ColorGard® adds strength without compromising appearance. Everything came out stunning!
Andy Anderson, CEO, Interstate Panel, Trenton, NJ
Every single project we do, we use S-5! Like a lot of folks, in the old days we used to ... Read moreAndy Anderson, CEO, Interstate Panel, Trenton, NJ
Every single project we do, we use S-5! Like a lot of folks, in the old days we used to use the plastic glue-on snow guards because we didn't really know there was an alternative. But after installing ten thousand snow guards on the New Jersey National Bank, and then having to REINSTALL thousands more when they failed, I said I'm never going to do this again. Andy Anderson, CEO, Interstate Panel, Trenton, NJLarry Schuman, Residential Customer, Shaver Lake, CA
I was very impressed with the ease of the installation, the non-intrusive look and the strength of the ColorGard® snow ... Read moreLarry Schuman, Residential Customer, Shaver Lake, CA
I was very impressed with the ease of the installation, the non-intrusive look and the strength of the ColorGard® snow retention system. Larry Schuman, Residential Customer, Shaver Lake, CA
Rocky Thompson, Upson Company, Caldwell, ID
We selected the ColorGard® system and have not only eliminated the problem (of failing gutter systems) on this project but ... Read moreRocky Thompson, Upson Company, Caldwell, ID
We selected the ColorGard® system and have not only eliminated the problem (of failing gutter systems) on this project but it allows us to avoid the costs associated with snow and ice damage.