Got Icicles hanging from your roof?
Ice damming occurs when enough heat escapes from your attic to melt snow on the roof. This snowmelt freezes as it reaches the roof edge (eaves), forming a dam. The rest of the water backs up onto and under the roofing materials, allowing it to enter the house.
Once inside, water can ruin your insulation, ceiling, wood framing, drywall, and even flooring. Preventing ice damming could save you thousands of dollars in home repairs, but first, you need to know the signs.
