Roof Snow and Ice Dam Removal Minneapolis MN
If you live in Minnesota, chances are you’ve started to clear snow and ice off your roof after Minnesota’s weekend blizzard, the biggest snowstorm in 2 Years. And it’s not going anywhere soon. The perfect conditions for ice dams are large amounts of snow and temperatures in the teens and twenties, which is what we’re expected to have this week. In fact the reports are hinting at another storm December 20-22. We’ll see.
The heaviest snowstorm to hit the region in two winters, named Caesar by The Weather Channel, dumped heavy snow all across Minnesota. The total was the fourth-highest for December in the history of the Twin Cities.
The first snow of the season in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and we get a foot of it! It just kept falling and falling and falling! We went from snow drought to nearly a foot of snow, in the span of 24 hours.
Ice Dam Prevention
Ice Dams Are Already Showing Up Around the Twin Cities
If you love the snow, cool. If you’re one of the many Minnesota homeowners battling snow and ice on your roof… not so much! Even though the icicles may be pretty, they probably are a sign of something that needs your attention.
Often lurking behind that thick ridge of ice on your roof is a pool of melted water, hence the term ice dam. That accumulated water can work its way under roof shingles and into the home, causing significant damage to ceilings, walls, and floors. Additionally, the sheer weight of the ice dam often causes gutters and downspouts to pull away from the house, sometimes bringing the fascia boards with them. Preventing ice dams helps avoid damage and costly repairs.
Let the Professional Snow & Ice Dam Removal Experts Handle It
It is also important to remember that removing snow and ice from your roof can be hazardous to both you and your house. Crawling around on a snowy, icy roof is not advised. Chopping up ice dams or breaking off icicles will probably damage the roof, fascia, or gutters. Heating cables may keep the ice from forming, but they use a lot of energy and can shorten the life of the shingles. If snow and ice needs to be removed, the best method is to hire a contractor to steam it off. This approach is least likely to damage your house—or yourself… and your roof can easily last its expected life time!
If you have snow that needs to be removed or have ice icicles hanging off your roof contact us today! We specialize in Ice Dam Removal and Roof Snow Removal.
