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Snow is in the Forecast
2/11/2019 (Permalink)
Everything you need to know about Ice Dams
As hard as it may be to believe we’ll be seeing snow tomorrow, it’s true! And as lucky as the SouthCoast has been to have gotten away with such a mild winter this year, accumulation should start showing itself soon. An estimated 2-4 inches will fall Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday morning, and with snow, come ice dams.
What is an Ice Dam?
An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow (water) from draining off the roof. The water then backs up behind the dam and can leak into a home, causing damage to walls, ceilings, insulation, and other areas.
How to Prevent Ice Dams
Fortunately, there are certain steps you can take to prevent ice dams from effecting your home this winter season. Below you’ll find our master short-list of safety measures that warrant a disaster-free winter.
- Close up attic bypasses
- Measure your attic insulation level
- Add roof and soffit vents
- Invest in an snow rake
If for some reason you do find yourself in need of our services, our 24/7 emergency response team will be ready to handle any size disaster to get you back to preloss condition.