Ice dam removal
What Is An Ice Dam?
An ice dam is a build-up of ice on the edges of sloped roofs. It results from melting snow under a snow pack reaching the eave and freezing there. This ridge of ice inevitably prevents the melting snow from draining off your roof. The real problem with Ice Dams arise when the water backs up and pools behind the ice dam, which can then cause leakage and result in major water damage to your home and roof.
How To Remove Ice Dams?
AllSteel is a one stop shop for all construction needs; however, because our specialty is in roofing, we do things a bit differently to specifically refrain from causing any further roof-related damage. Consequently, our skilled contractors use a low pressure steamer to remove ice dam build up rather than other companies that use pressure sprayers which can very easily damage your roof, especially if you have shingles.
The low pressure steamers still offer the same with high temperature water as pressure sprayers, but without the intensity of a typical sprayer. The steam from our equipment reaches up to 300 degrees, making it slice through ice like butter, without causing roofing damage with a high PSI sprayer. Our experts believe this is the safest and most effective way to successfully remove ice dams from your roof.
AllSteel does not recommend attempting the ice dam removal without professional guidance, as it can not only be dangerous, but risks further damage if not carried out properly
What Happens If The Ice Dam Goes Untreated?
The level of structural damage that can emerge from letting an ice dam go untreated can easily warrant hundreds, if not thousands of dollars worth of repairs.
Aside from the leaking, water damage, framework and roofing damage, an ice dam buildup is also potentially dangerous for those living in your home, as well as visitors. Leaving ice dams unattended will run the risk of ongoing and accumulating damage, costly repairs, and possible injury if and when a heavy snow buildup overflow and falls.
Our team of ice dam removal specialists can help you eliminate the risks and repercussions of ignoring a troublesome ice dam. We have licensed contractors all around the Twin Cities and northern suburbs. We can give you our expert advice on how to remove the ice dams and also keep them from reforming.
How To Prevent Ice Dams From Returning
There are a few routes you can take in preventing additional or ongoing ice dams from forming in upcoming winters. Maintaining a dry and ice free roof may be doable for our Texas clients; however, for our midwest homeowners, we always encourage that they:
- Make attic insulation a priority before the winter season approache
- Close off all of the attic bypasses to reduce heat travel to the attic and roof (snow will not melt if your roof is not heating it)
- Upgrade your gutter system
- Check on any potential leaks and repair before the first snowfall
- Get a no-cost, no-obligation roof inspection to ensure you do not having any roofing cracks, holes, or other damage making your home susceptible to ice dams and overall leaks.
AllSteel originated in Minnesota, a state well-known for its severe winter weather, so we stand by our expert knowledge in ice dam removal and prevention. As a full range construction company, we are experienced in all types of roofing, flashing, gutter systems, and so much more. Knowledge in those specific areas are crucial when taking on ice dam removal and prevention projects. Accordingly, we are fully bonded, fully insured, and fully prepared to help you in your ice dam removal process.