While it looks similar to a claw hammer at first glance, the ROOFING HAMMER has some key differences that make it more efficient for roofing work. Here’s what makes a roofing hammer distinct:

• Head: The head of a roofing hammer is typically forging steel and has two functional sides:
  • Hammer face: This flat face is used for driving nails into shingles.
  • Shingle hatchet: The opposite side of the head has a sharp hatchet blade. This blade is used for cutting and shaping roofing shingles.
• Claw Unlike a claw hammer, a roofing hammer has a straight claw rather than a curved one. This straight claw is designed for prying up old shingles or separating pieces of wood.
• Handle: Roofing hammer handles are similar to claw hammers and can be made of wood, fiberglass, or steel.
• Magnetized face: Many roofing hammers have a magnetized face that helps hold nails in place while the roofer swings the hammer.

Here are some of the advantages of using a roofing hammer over a claw hammer for roofing work:

• Versatility: The hatchet blade allows the roofer to cut shingles without having to switch tools.
• Efficiency: The straight claw is designed for tasks commonly encountered during roofing, such as prying up old shingles.
• Convenience: The magnetized face helps to hold nails in place, which can save time and frustration.