Is ice dam removal worth it?

• <div><p>Ice dam removal is costly, but it’s absolutely worth it. If you leave an ice dam as is and don’t take care of it, you’re looking at potentially dangerous situations and high-cost repairs—like roof collapse, leaks, mold problems, gutter damage, and more. Removing ice dams is essential to keeping your home and your family safe in the snowy season.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best way to remove snow from your roof?

• <div><p>There are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tips-removing-snow-and-ice-your-roof.htm">ways to remove snow from your roof</a>: using a snow rake, salting the roof with calcium chloride, using a rope (cautiously), and using heating cables. It&rsquo;s important to mention that pretty, fluffy, sparkling snow weighs a great deal, and when physically removing snow from a roof, you should be aware of large snow slabs breaking off. These can weigh hundreds of pounds and are a real danger, so be extremely careful anytime you&rsquo;re doing this type of work. </p></div>

Q: Is ice dam removal worth it?

• <div><p>Ice dam removal is costly, but it&rsquo;s absolutely worth it. If you leave an ice dam as is and don&rsquo;t take care of it, you&rsquo;re looking at potentially dangerous situations and high-cost repairs&mdash;like roof collapse, leaks, mold problems, gutter damage, and more. Removing ice dams is essential to keeping your home and your family safe in the snowy season.</p></div>

Q: How do you minimize the environmental impact of ice melt products?

• <div><p>Magnesium chloride is a relatively gentle ice melt product and, if used correctly, should not cause much damage to your property. The most important thing is to be sure you apply it according to the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions and don&rsquo;t use too much.</p></div>

Q: Do Christmas light shingle clips work if I get snow and ice?

• <div><p>Heavy amounts of snow could be a problem. In many climates, lots of snow on your rooftop can lead to freeze-thaw cycle that create <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-questions-ask-hiring-ice-dam-removal-company.htm">ice dams</a>, which can damage rooftops. But if you&rsquo;re using shingle clips, this snow poses an additional problem: As it melts and freezes, it can easily dislodge clips you&rsquo;ve placed on your roof.</p><p>You can clean snow off your roof after a fresh snowfall while it&rsquo;s still lightweight, but brushing off snow can also dislodge your clips. If you get a lot of snow, then roof clips become less viable. </p></div>

Q: Are snow blowers worth the cost?

• <div><p>If you live in a cold climate with frequent heavy snowfall, investing in a snow blower may be worth the cost. Another thing to consider when factoring in cost is if you have physical limitations that make shoveling snow difficult or even dangerous. So, you may want to start shopping around for a snow blower if you have either or both of these scenarios. </p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2018
Excellent. with a snow storm coming, I was anxious to get this repaired so I could get the car in the garage. Gabriel came out almost immediately & fixed things. Professional; great attention to detail; very friendly. Would definitely hire again.
Casella Garage Doors
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Reviewed in February 2017
Joe Calvo did a wonderful job! I didn't find him until after we had significant snow today! He was so pleasant on the phone and gave me an approximate time when he would arrive - and he was here at that time! He cleared the drive nicely on the first visit during the snow storm and returned after...
Four Seasons Landscaping & Pavement Maintenance
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Reviewed in April 2016
Giglio has done lawn service, snow removal, junk hauls and graveled the driveway-and in emergency situations he has done roof raking at my home. If something is an emergency or needs to be done timely, they will assure that the job is done and done well! Prices are extremely reasonable and I...
Giglio Landscape Svc
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Reviewed in April 2016
They are dependable, and so easy to work with. They came in one of the worst snow storms we had this yr. The whole experience was great. The project was headache free and perfect. They are very honest! They are dedicated to srvice
ONTRA STONE CONCEPTS LLC
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Reviewed in February 2016
They were so awesome! Even helped me finish shoveling snow to get in my driveway. And they fixed a pipe that burst after we de-winterized the house. Truly above and beyond. Jimmy is just that kind of guy.
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