Gutter Repair Marietta GA

What is an ICE DAM? How do you fix it?

Winter can cause additional stress to your home's exterior. You could find yourself in a more difficult situation if the freezing temperatures and melting snow are mixed at the roof's eaves. An ice dam can damage your roof and cause serious structural damage to your home. This is also a serious safety risk for anything below the roof edge.

HOW DO ICE DAMS FORM?

An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the roof's edge. This means that snow melting during the day can no longer go to the ice dam. Ice dams are often caused by melting snow freezing at the roof's eaves, where there is usually little insulation. This combined with a blocked gutter from the same freezing problems can lead to dangerous situations.

If your roof decking and shingles are not sealed properly, the ice could expand back into your home. Ice dams can form on any roof, or in sections of it. There are many ways to break down the ice but the best way to prevent them from occurring is to do everything you can to prevent them from happening.

SHORT-TERM RELIEF

You will need to melt or break ice dams if you have them. This will allow moisture and snow to drain off your roof. To safely remove ice from your roof's edge, you can use a blunt object to break it up. It is a tedious and dangerous job that must be done correctly to avoid any further damage to your home. You can also melt the ice with calcium chloride ice melting substances. You should clear your gutters and downspouts once you have gained access to them. This will allow water to flow away from your house.

HOW TO PREVENT ICE DAMS

Better insulation combined with venting in your attic and eaves is the best ways to stop ice dams from forming on your roof. First, ensure that heat doesn't leak into spaces below the roof sheathing. Insulating the ceiling around and above the living area will prevent heat conduction from the ceiling. Ventilate the area between insulation and roof sheathing to allow heat to escape. If you notice ice dams in your gutters, make sure to clean them at least once a year. This will ensure that your gutters are properly draining.

Marietta Roofing CAN HELP PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM ICE DAMS

Marietta Roofing is able to help you protect your home from ice dams. For gutter repair Marietta GA Call us today to schedule a roof inspection.

 

Marietta Roofing

Marietta, Georgia

(470) 720 5162