-- A house’s roof is the first point of contact with all the natural elements it's exposed to, such as rain, hail, snow, and direct sunlight, in addition to tree leaves as well. That is why it is extremely important to keep the roof regularly maintained and checked.
During winter, snow can accumulate on roofs, especially flat or semi-flat ones, which could potentially lead to the development of ice dams, which could, in turn, lead to lots of damage and ruin to the roof, and in the result, the house itself. Which is why it is imperative to keep gutters free and clear of all kinds of obstructions that could lead to this kind of buildup and damage.
When a roof is properly installed and sealed, there is no fear when snow is building upon it. However, if the gutters are filled with obstacles, that is going to prove itself as a problem when the snow starts to melt and water starts to run off to the gutters. Those obstacles will call the melted ice to freeze again, resulting in the creation of ice dams on metal gutters and roof edges. Those ice dams do not melt easily, and will work to further block the passage of more water, which will cause even more problems, as the only way water can drain is under the roofing shingles, causing leakage, mold, mildew, and decay.
Luckily, there are many ways to deal with accumulating snow and the ice dams that tend to develop. Heating cables are one of them. These cables take the form of an extension cord that is wrapped in rubber that is densely insulated, making it resistant to moisture. These cables are usually placed in the gutters and around roof edges.
Those roof heating cables radiate heat when activated, in order to melt the ice before it has an opportunity to build up. It is also effective on icicles and prevents pipes from freezing.
Contact Info:
Name: Nadine Dirbashi
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Organization: Home Roofing
Website: https://homeroofing.com/
Release ID: 262332
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