Ice dams

Take action before the first snow to keep your roof in good condition.

Got icicles? Here's hoping it doesn't become an ice dam... ❄️🌬️ 𝙀𝙘𝙤𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚: https://www.ecohome.net/guides/2213/what-causes-ice-dams-and-how-to-fix-them/ #homes #icedam #ecohome

How to Prevent and Remove Ice Dams: How to Prevent and Remove Ice Dams

Most Canadian roofs develop at least a little ice each winter, but if the ice gets more than a couple of inches thick around the eaves it can cause leaks. A build-up of ice like this is called an ice dam and can be a problem because as water pools behind the dam it can work its way under shingles and cause leaking into the home. So why do some roofs develop large and damaging ice dams around the eaves while others don’t, and how can it be fixed? Read more on the RenoMark blog!

<p>Icicles may be pretty but they can tear off gutters, loosen shingles, and cause water to back up into your house. Learn these fast fixes for ice dam removal, long term repair, and prevention tips.</p>

All about Ice dams forming at the bottom of roofs, letting water penetrate and potentially causing damage to the interior of walls. 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗶𝘅 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀: https://www.ecohome.net/guides/2213/ #winter #ecohome #icicles

Gutter Drips Is that dripping noise in your downspout forcing you to keep your bedroom window closed at night? Tie a synthetic rope onto one of the gutter hangers and run it down into the downspout. Drops of water will cling to the rope and flow down instead of plummeting the whole length of the downspout and causing that irritating drip. Adding a rope does restrict the water flow, so this may not be the best option if your gutter is prone to overflowing or gets clogged easily.

How to Identify and Help Remove an Ice Dam From Your Roof. Learn how to tell if you have an ice dam and get tips on removing it. https://travl.rs/2LLr1cf

As ice builds up on your roof, be sure to keep your gutters free from ice blockages and protect your roof investment.

Prevent winter roof damage by understanding effective ice dam removal methods to keep your home safe. This article explains common techniques, risks, and prevention tips for handling ice dams before they lead to costly repairs.

Stop winter ice and water damage before it starts.

Icicles may be pretty but they can tear off gutters, loosen shingles, and cause water to back up into your house. Here are prevention tips, fast fixes, and long-term repairs from the pros at TOH. CHECK IT! Top Snow Removal Tips

The end of Arctic air and warming temps this weekend will start a freeze-thaw cycle that could wreak havoc with your roof.

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My Home Science answers what to do if you have an ice dam right now and what to do to prevent ice dams from reoccurring in the future.

An ice dam can cost thousands of dollars in home repairs, so it's worth it to know how to keep snowmelt from leaking into your shingles and refreezing. We've covered everything from attic insulation to manually removing an existing ice dam, and included a few easy preventive measures along the way. So grab your tube socks and ice melt and check out our guide!

Get the scoop on why ice dams form of your roof and what fixes work...and which ones don’t.

Do you have an ice dam on your roof? Learn the ins and outs of ice dam removal services and why you need to call in the pros to help.

Combat ice dams this winter to prevent water damage in your home.

Iowa winters are harsh and when the February chill hits many homes experience the damaging effects of ice dams. Here at HSI, we field calls weekly about ice dams and home comfort. We have listed 5 things you should know about ice dams, along with our interactive image slider.