Hartford Ice Dam Removal Services
What is an "ice dam" anyway?
The brief answer: Ice dams are blocks of ice on your roof covering that act like pretty much any other dam. They obstruct water from dropping off roofing and stop your roof materials from doing their role. The answer is: Ice Dam Removal. The fastest and safest solution is: Ice Dam Removal Using Steam
Warm air leaving from your house rises as well as thaws the snow, however not all at the very same time or in the exact same locations. As the water from the melted snow comes in contact with the snow that hasn’t thawed, it gets colder until it ultimately freezes. That ice builds up and develops a wall (ice dam) that holds water which either freezes and boosts the size of the barrier or puddles up behind it. The heat is constantly released from your residence, nevertheless, it comes more rapidly from vents, skylights and also other locations that have much less insulation. This means snow thaws in those locations before it melts in areas that have much better insulation or are reduced on the roofing system. A lot of times this is around the gutters which is where several ice dams start.
Roofing shingles, tiles and other roof materials are designed to assist water flow off your home. As water backs up from the barrier of ice, that water begins transferring under your shingles and starts trying to find the easiest means to move down. As your roof covering products aren’t made for this, they merely do not stand a chance. Water will always win.
Ice Dam Removal Using Steam on homes and businesses in Hartford and throughout Connecticut
Some business utilize heated pressure washers to eliminate ice dams, however, we do not advise this technique. Sending out a stream of water at 4000 PSI to your roof shingles will trigger damage. If it is made use of to remove ice dams and the operator punctures the ice and also right into your shingles, they will certainly cut openings in them. Many consumers would instead not manage obtaining a brand-new roofing system in addition to the damages already caused by the ice dam.
Ice Dam USA teams only utilizes steam to eliminate ice dams. Not only is it much more reliable and also quicker, however it will certainly not harm your roof.
Steam getting to 250-300 levels is hot enough to puncture the ice swiftly, yet at much less than 300 PSI, it will certainly not harm your roof.
We are so confident in our procedure that Ice Dam USA guarantees its work and is completely insured and bonded for all of the job we finish.
We Are Fully Bonded & Insured Ice Dam Removal
Eliminating Ice Dams from your roofing system can be unsafe and also may trigger damages if you do not obtain professional aid. The experienced professionals from Ice Dam USA can eliminate your Roofing Snow as well as Ice Dams from your roof in a secure, prompt manner. We utilize true steamers, which is a low pressure equipment burning at 400 degrees. This steam puncture the ice on your roof and does not just thaw it utilizing warm water like the other companies.
Climbing up onto a snowy/icy roofing in Hartford in the middle of wintertime regardless of the time of day is dangerous. This is why we intend to ensure you that we are fully bonded as well as insured for your safety as well as ours. We take every one of the called for safety steps needed to remain risk-free on your roofing system. Having a reliable business working with your roofing is very important so that is why we intend to give you peace of mind with our before, during and after images as well as our 22+ years of experience.
Why is water coming into my home from my ceiling and can Ice Dam USA help?
If you have lived in Hartford for more than a year, you know exactly how our winter seasons can be and also exactly how much snow we can see come down. If you have snow on your roof as well as icicles coming down from your gutters, the water can be from an ice dam that is keeping the water from running off the top of your house. Typically, water will stream down your roofing products and right into your seamless gutters, but something might be blocking that procedure. The only means to stop it is to remove the obstacle.
Jumping on your roof in Hartford at any time of the year can be hazardous, however a lot more so when it is cold and also damp. Placing a ladder up and then climbing up to reach the roof covering during these conditions is something that ought to be done by specialists.
The crews Ice Dam USA are those specialists and are competent at operating in these wet and cold conditions. We operate throughout Connecticut and you will find our crews from Enfield to Stamford, Salisbury to Stonington and everywhere in between. We are also one of the most relied upon business in the USA at finding as well as removing ice dams from roof coverings. Once the ice dam is eliminated, the water will flow as normal; outside of your house and not into your house. Connect with us at 1-855-GOT-ICEE (1-855-468-4233) to get started clearing up your ice dam.
Can you quickly make the water stop running into my home or business in Hartford?
Getting rid of the ice dam is the only means to stop the water. Ice Dam USA can not only help, but we do it promptly. We do it safely so as not to harm your roof covering materials.
We utilize steam to clear ice dams, unlike numerous other companies that use a heated pressure washing machines. This gives you rapid outcomes with little to no damages to your roofing system.
Faster outcomes implies financial savings for you. It’s not just about the old proverb: “Time is money.” The reality is the faster you can stop the water running into your house, the faster you can prevent extra damages. If water continues to flooding in, it can collapse ceilings, destroy walls as well as flooring and also turn electronics into ineffective items. We assure that we will stop the water 30 minutes after we arrive.
Ice Dam USA is among Hartford’s leading and most trusted Ice Dam Removal Business. The Ice Dam USA is totally bonded and Insured for all residential and commercial properties in Hartford, CT. We are a family owned firm and also recognize the problems that can develop from water leaking into a house or business.
Our Service Area
Proud to Serve Hartford and the Following Areas:
Bridgeport
Bristol
Danbury
Fairfield
Greenwich
Hamden
Hartford
Manchester
Meriden
New Britain
New Haven
Norwalk
Stamford
Waterbury
West Hartford
West Haven
Frequently Asked Questions
There are many reasons why The Ice Dam Crew uses a steamer to remove your ice dams.
1. A steamer is low pressure & a pressure washer is high pressure. This means we will not cut into your roof using a steamer and cause damage like a pressure washer would.
2. Steamers get much hotter than a pressure washer. Pressure washers used pressure to cut through the ice. This means we get done with the job faster!
3. Less water is used with a steamer so this means you save $$$ on your water bill!
There are two main reasons Ice dams form.
Reason one is there is not enough insulation in your attic. This may cause your roof to heat up. When it is cold outside and your roof heats up this causes the bottom layer of snow to melt, once the running water reaches the overhang of your roof (Which does not heat up) it will freeze on the edge. Over time the ice will keep building up and then the water will have no place to go besides into your home and down your walls.
The second reason Ice Dams form is from having too much snow on your roof. Having a lot much snow on your roof covers your roof vents which release heat from your roof. When the snow is over your vents it acts as insulation on top of your roof keeping the heat in. In this case, it acts the same way as not having enough insulation, it will heat up your roof and cause the water to freeze on the edge of your roof. Clearing the snow off of your roof after each snowfall is very beneficial in preventing ice dams.
Preventing Ice Dams is much easier and more cost effective than needing to remove ice dams from your roof and possibly needing to do renovations from water damage.
Keeping the snow off of your roof is the best thing to do to for your roof when preventing Ice dams. How can ice dams form when there is no water on your roof to cause them?
Here are a few tips when removing the snow from your roof.
- If you choose to do it yourself always have safety gear when climbing onto your roof. Use chains for your boots, harness yourself so you do not fall, use a plastic shovel and not one with a metal tip and always shovel towards the ground so you do not tear shingles off of your roof.
- When using a snow rake to remove snow from your roof be sure to scrape all the way down to your shingles. Do not only remove most of the snow. When this happens the snow rake actually packs down the snow to your roof and this packed down snow turns to ice and in most cases goes up your roof much further. In most cases when this happens ice dams form the entire length of the area you shovel.
Uncomfortable with this? If you need to hire a professional to remove the snow and ice from your roof be sure to find the right company. Check to make sure they are bonded and insured and when they are on your roof don’t be afraid to ask questions to ensure safety procedures.
Removing California ice dams in a safe way does require a professional. There is many steps in keeping yourself and your roof safe from damage. Ice Dam Removal companies charge by the hour for their services.
Bonded and insured companies typically charge $300-$500 per hour. Using an Insured company is important because standing on an icy roof in the middle of winter is risky. If someone falls and gets hurt or an ice chunk falls off of your roof and damages something but you didn’t make sure they were insured you could potentially be sued or have to pay out of pocket to repair any damages.
Another factor in removing ice dams in an efficient way is using the correct equipment. The Ice Dam Crew uses true low pressure steamers and not hot water pressure washers. When you hire a company you can easily find out what kind of machine they are using. All you need to do is ask to see their wand. If it has a trigger they are using a hot water pressure washer. If it does not have a trigger it is a true steamer. Hot water pressure washers do not burn as hot as a true steamer and they create much more damage because they have such a high PSI. In the case that this happens tell them to leave and hire a company with a true steamer.
Getting your Ice Dams removed is as easy! Simply call us at 1-855-468-4233, give us some quick information about your location and property, schedule a date for us to remove your ice dam and you’re done! You have just saved yourself possibly thousands by being proactive and contacting us, Ice Dam USA