Northampton roofers know winter weather in Western Massachusetts can be brutal, not just to the people, but also to people’s homes. This area of the country receives sleet, snow, and ice during the cold weather months. Ice Dams are a major issue that must be taken care of or you’ll feel the effects of it in your wallet and your home. Ice Dams can be a headache to buildings or houses with sloped roofs. Accumulating snow fall dams-up on the roof and when it finally melts, it leaks down and through the roofing. Damages included to the ceiling, roof structure, walls, and insulation.
If you live in the Northampton Area and have received damage from Ice Dams; you need a professional service that specializes in the removal of Ice Dams or provide you with preventative measures that keeps your home safe and ice free.
Northampton Roofers Agree That Prevention is the Best
When dealing with Mother Nature, you should do all you can to prevent damage than fix the damage. Here are some techniques that can help you if you find yourself with this dilemma.
- Roofing Material is important in this situation and if you have regular roofing shingles, you might be setting yourself up for a fall later on. Metal roofing sheds snow better than standard shingles. Shingles are rigid and has grooves, which snow or ice can build up in.
- Roof Rakes are special tools for removing snow but you must clear the entire roof. Don’t clear to a certain point and stop because the dam will form where ever you left off.
- Ice Belts help prevent ice dams from forming by implementing a low friction surface where the dams usually start. (IBs) reduces penetration of standing water.
- Building Design, Insulation and Ventilation prevents ice dams from forming by providing mechanical and natural ventilation, which keeps the roof cold or at temperatures below (Thirty-Degrees Fahrenheit).

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413-535-7006
Northampton roofers such as (Paradis Remodeling & Building) provide a wide range of exterior services such as roof replacement, siding, gutters, and ice damming. Being the premier contractor in Western Massachusetts, you’ll get high quality service with fine craftsmanship. Call for a free consultation at (413) 535.7006 or check out the company website for photos, advice, and information here: http://www.paradisremodelingandbuilding.com/