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: Does knocking down icicles help ice dams?

• <div><p>Knocking down icicles won&rsquo;t help prevent ice dams, as the dams form on the bottoms of your roof slopes and not on the gutters themselves. However, removing icicles can reduce the risk of injury if they form over heavily trafficked areas, and it can help prevent permanent damage to your gutters. Just be sure to wear safety equipment and always stay on the ground while knocking them down.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a snow blower on a deck or patio?

• <div><p>Yes, but it works best with lightweight snowblowers, the single-stage models or electric versions. Also, you need to have a rubberized intake edge on the ground and preferably rubberized auger paddles, not a metal version. Otherwise you may chip or damage the surface as you work. When it doubt, let the snow lie.</p><p>You can also use a snow blower on leveled gravel, but only if you carefully adjust the intake height so it doesn&rsquo;t kick up the gravel and turn it into flying missiles.</p></div>

Q: Can I remove snow from my roof myself?

• <div><p>While it is possible to remove snow from your roof without a professional, we don&rsquo;t recommend it. Accessing your roof can be a dangerous task; pair that with slippery ice and snow that can be heavy to move, and you have a very risky problem on your hands. This dangerous situation becomes more high-risk when there&rsquo;s a snowstorm or your roof has a steep pitch. To ensure that everyone stays safe, be sure to call a roof snow removal specialist to complete this job with the proper tools and equipment. </p></div>

Q: How do you clean snow off solar panels?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re looking at <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-snow-off-solar-panels.htm">how to remove snow from solar panels</a>, heat from the sun usually melts the snow within a few days. However, snow removal might be necessary for winter solar power production in areas with deep snow during the winter. There are brushes with telescoping handles and gentle heads to brush away snow. It&rsquo;s best to stay on the ground if possible and avoid using tools that could scratch the surface of the solar panels, like a snow shovel or broom.</p></div>

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Junk Ease LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
Tom answered the phone immediately for snow removal. Came the same day and did an excellent job on two long sections of sidewalk. In addition, he shoveled my walk and put down salt. Definitely a hard worker and I’ll continue to use his service. I highly recommend him.
Thomas Dixon Tree and Snow Removal
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Reviewed in August 2017
The young man who did the work was very experienced despite his age - he said he was "from the Amish" & had been doing the work since he was 14. He did the whole job by himself - no helper. He replaced 8 windows in one day & finished after dark, when it had started to snow. he was very polite &...
Window World of Pittsburgh
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Reviewed in April 2015
The owner, Brandon Schwab, came to the house to review the problem and quote the cost to remediate the mold growing on the underside of the roof plywood sheathing. I was expecting to need to remove the roof plywood & shingles. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the mold could be removed...
American Mold Remediation LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
I could not have been happier with the service which I have received from Jackie and her crew. They really have gone above and beyond what I could have expected. All I wanted to do was get my property ready to sell after my tenants completely neglected it for a couple if years but the outside of...
Complete Landscaping
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Reviewed in June 2014
They showed up on time, worked professionally and finished in a workman-like manner. They provided heavy mats to bring the trucks across the soft ground, cut the trees limb by limb, ground the branches while working, set aside firewood, as requested, and swept up all residue upon completion....
Graham's Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in June 2012
The day before the tree was to be removed, Lee called to confirm the appointment. The workers arrived promptly and began working.They removed anything they could around the tree. The workers were very carefull in all their actions and were courteous and professional. The firewood was stacked...
Wizzers Tree Service LLC
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Burkett Lawn Care

Burkett Lawn Care

All Works Property Preservation

All Works Property Preservation

Fronius Construction

Fronius Construction

LAGrant Industries

LAGrant Industries

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Just Ask, I'll Cut the Grass

Alati Excavating

Alati Excavating

Invisible Windows

Invisible Windows

OC Construction, LLC

OC Construction, LLC

Crosby Commercial Cleaning Company

Crosby Commercial Cleaning Company

J. E. Bandi Lawn & Landscaping LLC.

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