As winter blankets our area with snow, ice, and rain - many homeowners face the daunting challenge of dealing with ice dams. These icy barriers that form along the edges of roofs can lead to serious problems such as leaks, water damage, and compromised insulation. Below are some of the various factors that contribute to its formation.
Summer is moving season, but if you move into a new home in summer, you may have some surprises waiting for you your first winter in the new home. Maybe the house isn’t as well-insulated as it looks, or maybe the roof is prone to ice dam leaks. Some roofs tend to get a lot more ice dams than others.