Do heated roof cables prevent ice damming?

• <div><p>Yes, and they do it exceptionally well. Heated roof cables have two purposes: melting snow and preventing ice buildup. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-causes-ice-dams.htm">Ice damming</a> <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-prevent-ice-dams.htm">happens when ice forms on the roof</a> (usually where the roof meets the gutter) and melts stubbornly slowly, causing moisture to enter the roof itself and, therefore, the home. </p></div>

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Q: Will salt melt ice overnight?

• <div><p>Whether salt melts ice overnight will depend on how low the temperature drops. If temperatures stay around 30 degrees Fahrenheit, you can count on salt melting ice overnight. Otherwise, the lower temperatures get, the less effective the salt is in melting ice, and the more likely you&rsquo;ll wake up with a slippery driveway the next day. </p><p> </p></div>

Q: What's the best way to melt ice without damaging concrete?

• <div><p>Natural ice melts can often get the job done without damaging concrete. You can try non-corrosive options such as kitty litter, alfalfa meal, coffee grounds, sugar beet juice, and heated snow-melting mats. While they may cause some staining, these natural melts are safe for concrete, pets, and the environment.</p></div>

Q: How long does snow removal take?

• <div><p>Time varies based on the property size and snow depth, but most jobs take 1-3 hours.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a torch to melt the ice in front of my garage door?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s possible to use a torch to melt ice on your garage door, but we don&rsquo;t recommend it. It&rsquo;s very easy to bring the flame too close to the door, which can melt the weather stripping or even the garage door itself. You&rsquo;ll melt ice quickly with a torch, but the damage you&rsquo;re likely to cause can end up costing you a few hundred dollars to fix, which isn&rsquo;t worth it. Instead, we recommend pouring hot water over the frozen area or using a less intense heat source, like a hair dryer or space heater.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2025
Quality work! Frank came out for three jobs.. Two electrical jobs and one outdoor project. 1) installed new lights in my basement and moved the switches to a more logical location. 2) removed an old lamp post outside and shut off the electrical lines that ran to it. When my wife and I decide...
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Reviewed in December 2024
After dealing with numerous tree removal services who failed to keep appointments, i finally contacted Spence’s who promptly responded, removed the tree in a professional manner. The prices were competitive and the employees were professional and competent. The tree was removed expeditiously and...
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Reviewed in January 2024
Hello! My mother was very frustrated with her new dryer not drying properly. She hired a dryer repair man who advised her the vent was clogged. She reached out to "The Dryer Vent Guy" who sent out a technician named STEVEN. HE WAS AMAZING!!!! From start to finish, he was thorough,...
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Reviewed in July 2023
I hired them to remove a couple of trees and cut up and chip a number of branches that had been broken by a winter storm. One of the main trees that I wanted removed was left until last and then I was told that they were not really equipped to deal with it, because of it is location. After I...
Everything Green Lawn & Landscape
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Reviewed in April 2023
Frank did an excellent job. Cleaned up everything and removed all of the debris. He did it on time and as scheduled. I would definitely use him again.
Franks Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2015
Ron was very professional. He maintained communication at all times. He originally provided an estimate for items I required removed. His price was extremely reasonable in comparison to others, when he saw quantity of additional items. We will use him again without hesitation when the...
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Reviewed in October 2013
The job was done very well. Installed tub & tub surround and bathroom sink. Only complaint is the refuse was removed and that included copper pipe and parts we wished to keep. I suggest before job is done ask them to leave behind what you wish to keep. We did not...
Valley Mechanical
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Reviewed in June 2013
Crew was on time, ready to work and respectful of keeping our house clean and protected as they removed material. Vicky was great to work with - direct and frank (the nature of their business) with a great sense of humor. Crew removed material exceptionally well under hot and difficult...
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