Ice dams can cause quite a bit of structural damage to your roof and gutters if not taken care of on time. Here's how to safely remove them.

Ice dams form when snow melts on a roof and refreezes at the edge, preventing water from draining properly. Insulating and ventilating the attic can also help prevent ice dams by reducing heat ...

A graphic of how an ice dam forms. (Courtesy FEMA) Ice dams are caused by snow, heat and cold. First, snow falls on the roof. Then heat from inside a home melts some of the snow. The melting snow ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Nature’s icy decorations might look pretty, but they could cause serious problems for your roof and wallet. Part of the equation for ice dams and icicle formation is due to ...

A well-maintained roof is your home’s first line of defense against harsh winter weather. Snow and ice can weigh down a roof, leading to potential leaks, structural problems, and costly repairs.

An curved arrow pointing right. Ice Dam Guys specializes in removing snow and ice from roofs, which can cause leaks inside houses. Employees shovel the snow first, then use a steamer to break up ...

Ice dams form when snow on a roof melts, either from hot air escaping a home or from the sun. When the water runs down the roof, it can re-freeze at the edges. As the process continues ...

Ice dams cause roof leaks but insulation and ventilation help prevent them. A long, cold winter can leave homeowners dealing with a heavy buildup of snow and ice on their roofs. In some cases ...

Mangrello said ice dams can form when snow melts and refreezes, forming a thick layer of ice. That prevents melting snow from draining off the roof, instead pooling behind the ice dam, with ...

In some cases, that can lead to ice dams—an issue that could cause serious damage if left unchecked. Ice dams form when snow on a roof melts and refreezes at the edges, creating a barrier that traps ...