Tag Archives: ice dams

Roof Damage Repair Sealing Potenial Ice Dam Concerns

Posted on November 12, 2011 by Mike

Did your roof leak last year due to ice dams? If it didn’t you probably have the proper amount of roof ventilation and insulation in your attic roof system, or a good anti ice dam system. (contact us for a … Continue reading →

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Ice Dam Solutions

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Mike

The Truth About Ice Dam Prevention There is no way to prevent ice dams from forming, there is however a way to prevent leaks due to ice dams. Even if you have heat tape, ice wires, and heated roof panels, … Continue reading →

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3 Reasons for Ice Dams – What To Do?

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Mike

Ice Dams – Causes and Conditions Poor or no ventilation (allows escaping heat to melt snow). Poor or little insulation (allows escaping heat to melt snow). Sunshine (will melt snow even with temperature below freezing) Ventilation With proper ventilation the … Continue reading →

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Preventing Ice Dams

Posted on December 25, 2010 by Mike

How to Prevent Ice Dams if you Live in the Merrimack Valley Massachusetts Ice dams usually form close to the lower edge of the roof. Massachusetts building code states that the effected area for ice dams is 3 feet inside … Continue reading →

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