An ice dam is a damaging formation of ice that forms on the eave lines of roofs in cold climates. These dams are created by the constant melting and freezing of snow due to heat escape from attics and sun exposure. The water typically melts and flows down to the overhangs of a home or office. The water then refreezes and accumulates, creating an ice dam. An ice dam can cause a lot of damage to a home, both in the interior and exterior. It can also pose a hazard for people who may be harmed when walking beneath an ice dam when icicles fall off or the gutters fall from the roof because of the weight of the ice dam. To avoid this, an ice dam solution can be implemented which will help prevent the situation and save possibly thousands of dollars in damage as well as keep family members safe.

An ice dam solution can prevent the occurrence of an ice dam completely. It can be installed on your roof to suit whatever application you have. The ice dam solution is fitted under the roof shingles and in the gutters to help keep the ice dam from forming in the first place. This will prevent any additional damage that may occur without it. It will also help people avoid having to employ manual solutions for melting the ice and snow that are found on the roof. As the unit turns on, it will melt the ice and snow that is on the roof and will prevent the ice from accumulating on the gutters, letting them run off through the drains as intended.

An ice dam solution can be fitted under just about any type of roof. Wood, asphalt, slate and composite shingles can all be used on the roof with an ice dam solution with no problem whatsoever. If you have a metal roof, there are ice dam solutions made for those too. Whatever your design of house and the materials used for the roof, there is an ice dam solution available for you. Installation of the ice dam solution can be done by a qualified contractor and will not take a long time to do.

Before deciding on an ice dam solution, check with a professional to design the system that will perfectly suit your needs. It is important to make sure you have your roof design, dimensions, climate and type of roof taken into consideration before deciding on a final product. A professional will ask you questions about the roof design to narrow down the products that will be used. The eave is also considered to ensure proper products are designed. There are various types of gutters on the market and the type that you use will determine the type of ice dam solution that will be appropriate for in the gutters. The environment where your house is located is also a consideration. If you live in a milder climate as opposed to severely cold climate, there may be different solutions that are better for your application. You will also want to consider the exposure to the elements.

There are many possible damages that can occur in your home if an ice dam forms. On the interior, as water accumulates, it can seep and melt inside. This may damage ceiling tiles or ceiling materials inside the home. If the exposure is severe enough the water can leak down onto existing furniture. There may be repair or replacement costs associated with the interior damage that occurred. On the exterior, you can lose shingles or an entire gutter. The weight of an accumulated ice dam may cause the gutter to break away and fall, requiring replacement. In addition to damage to property which can be very expensive, there is also a risk of bodily harm. Children, animals or adults can be severely hurt or even killed by falling icicles and crumbling parts of the house when they fall. The ice dam solution can help prevent this and keep your family as well as your property safe from harm.

People who live in cold climates and have to deal with ice and snow on their roofs every winter season can benefit greatly from an ice dam solution. There are various types that fit on the roof and in the gutters. Depending on the type of home you have and the environment in which it is located, you will be able to determine the type of solution that will work best for your application. You can get a contractor to install the solution quickly and easily and save hundreds and even thousands of dollars on potential damages by preventing the formation of ice dams in the first place.