Ice dams can cause quite a bit of structural damage to your roof and gutters if not taken care of on time. Here's how to safely remove them.
Ice dams form when snow melts on a roof and refreezes at the edge, preventing water from draining properly. Insulating and ventilating the attic can also help prevent ice dams by reducing heat ...
it can wreak havoc inside and out By Paul Hope If your shingle roof develops an unexpected leak this winter, ice dams may be the culprit. These ridges of ice can form at the edge of a roof and ...
Icicles on the roof don't necessarily mean the attic's insulation is bad. After all, small icicles tend to form naturally ...
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Nature’s icy decorations might look pretty, but they could cause serious problems for your roof and wallet. Part of the equation for ice dams and icicle formation is due to ...
leading to more water behind the ice dams. The experts warn to not use salt to try and prevent ice buildup as it can dig into your roofing, making it easier for water to seep in. "The best thing ...
Ice dams cause roof leaks but insulation and ventilation help prevent them. A long, cold winter can leave homeowners dealing with a heavy buildup of snow and ice on their roofs. In some cases ...
The first signs of the end of winter have sprouted over the last week with snow beginning to melt. With an excessive amount ...
Curt Stolpe, owner of Go Go Gutters says ice dams form when snow melts on the roof. He said, “When it freezes and it melts and it freezes, it expands and it’ll push the ice up underneath your ...