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Why Ice Dams Happen & How to Prevent Them

by Tina Gleisner, in Roofing & Siding

Icicles signal ice dams at the roof edge which can cause roof leaks

Icicles might look magical but they signal that you have problems on your roof. Icicles mean melting snow on the roof is not able to flow freely off the roof, so the water freezes and causes ices dams. Ice dams are bad because

Tags: ice dam prevention, ice dam solutions, prevent ice dams, roof problems

Melting Ice, Cold Roofs & Warm Attics

by Tina Gleisner, in Roofing & Siding

ice melting and freezing as icicles indicates a problem

Melting ice in your favorite drink is fine because you expect it, and the worst that will happen is some condensation will form on the outside of the glass. Melting ice on your roof isn’t fun, and worse are icicles hanging from your roof. They’re a red flag warning you about ice dams on top … Read More

Tags: roof icicles indicate problems, roof problems, why ice dams happen, winter roof problems

Roofing Repairs or Replacement

by Tina Gleisner, in Roofing & Siding

Asphalt Shingle Roof

If you’re just moving into a new house or you don’t know the last time your roof was replaced, you may be wondering how you will know when to replace the roof before leaks happen. If leaks are already happening, it’s time for roofing repairs or a new roof ASAP because water is coming in and … Read More

Tags: roof problems, roof repairs, roofing repairs

Roofs, Storms & Protecting Your Home

by Tina Gleisner, in Roofing & Siding

Winter storms are causing unusal weather patterns that our homes aren't prepared for

Winter weather can be challenging for your roof and home. This satellite image from Live Science’s article, With Climate Change, Expect More Monster Winter Storms, shows a low-pressure area (lots of snow) stretching from the Colorado Rockies in the west to Texas in the south and north to New England. While scientists can’t prove a … Read More

Tags: roof problems, roofing problems, winter roof problems

Water & Wood Rot Repairs – Roof

by Tina Gleisner, in Roofing & Siding, Wood Rot Repairs

The wood trim right below the roof line often gets wet, doesn't dry out and therefore rots

Your roof is pretty high up. You probably don’t look at your roof often but at least once a year you should be checking it visually to see if it’s in need of repairs. At the same time, while you’re up on a ladder or taking photos, you need to check the wood trim directly … Read More

Tags: roof problems, roof wood rot, roofing problems, water leaks, wood rot

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