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ICE DAMMING
Dated: January 18 2025
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ICE DAMMING 
Have you seen a bunch of icicles on your house? Ice damming happens when heavy snow melts, then refreezes as temps drop overnight. After a few days of this, melted water and ice eventually end up under shingles then into your attic. This can cause damage to your ceiling, walls, etc.
Here are some tips from the National Weather Service on what to do:
-Make every effort to keep snow on your roof to a minimum. Long-handled devices on the market called "roof rakes" let you stand on the ground and pull the snow off the roof. Keeping heavy snow loads off your roof reduces the chances for both ice dam formation and roof failure due to the weight.
-All winter long, keep gutters and down spouts clear of snow and icicles.
-Evaluate the insulation and ventilation in your attic. Most experts agree the R-value of attic insulation should be at least R-30 (R-38 is preferable in northern climates). In addition, good airflow from under the eaves or soffit area along the underside of the roof and out through the roof vents is essential. The insulation prevents heat loss from the interior of the home. The venting allows the attic air to stay cold enough to prevent or minimize the freeze/thaw cycle on the roof. Consult a reputable roofing and/or insulation contractor about these improvements.
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Andrea Leek | REALTOR® | 330-322-8296
BHHS Stouffer Realty
Andrea Leek
Andrea Leek, REALTOR® is a top-producing Real Estate Agent proudly serving Twinsburg, Hudson, Aurora, Kent, and surrounding communities throughout Summit, Cuyahoga, Portage, and Geauga Counties. A....
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