Ice Dam Removal Services in Providence, RI
What is an "ice dam" anyway?
The short answer: Ice dams are barriers of ice on your roofing that imitate virtually any other dam. They block water from running off your roof as well as prevent your roof products from doing their job. The Solution is: Ice Dam Removal
Heat leaving from your residence rises and also thaws the snow, however not all at the very same time or in the exact same areas. As the water from the melted snow comes in contact with the snow that hasn’t melted, it gets colder until it eventually freezes. That ice builds up and creates a block (ice dam) that holds water which either freezes and increases the size of the barrier or puddles up behind it. The heat is always released from your house, however, it comes a lot more quickly from vents, skylights as well as other areas that have much less insulation. This means snow thaws in those areas before it melts in areas that have much better insulation or are reduced on the roofing system. A great deal of times this is around the rain gutters which is where lots of ice dams begin.
Shingles, tiles as well as other roof covering materials are made to help water stream off your house. As water backs up from the wall of ice, that water begins transferring under your tiles and begins seeking the easiest way to push down. As your roof covering materials aren’t developed for this, they merely don’t stand an opportunity. Water will win.
Using Steam for Ice Dam Removal on homes and businesses throughout Providence RI
Some business make use of heated pressure washing machines to get rid of ice dams, nonetheless, we do not advise this technique. Sending out a stream of water at 4000 PSI to your shingles will cause damage. If it is utilized to remove ice dams and the operator cuts through the ice and right into your shingles, they will cut openings in them. Many clients would not like going through an insurance claim to get a brand-new roof covering in addition to the damage already caused by the ice dam.
Ice Dam USA teams make use of steam to eliminate ice dams. Not only is it efficient and also quicker, it will not harm your roof covering.
Steam getting to 250-300 degrees is warm enough to puncture the ice rapidly, yet at much less than 300 PSI, it will not harm your roofing.
We are so positive in our procedure that Ice Dam USA backs up its work as well as is completely licensed, insured and bonded for every one of the jobs we finish.
Fully Bonded & Insured Ice Dam Removal
Removing Ice Dams from your roof can be harmful and may cause damage if you do not obtain an expert’s aid. The qualified specialists from Ice Dam USA can eliminate your Roof Snow and Ice Dams from your roof in a safe, prompt fashion. We make use of true steamers, which is a machine burning at 400 degrees turning water into steam. This steam cuts through the ice on your roofing system and does not just melt it using hot water like many other companies do.
Climbing up onto a snowy/icy roof covering in Providence, RI in the dead of winter season any time of day or evening is risky. This is why we are bonded and insured for your safety as well as ours. We take all of the needed safety and security measures required to remain secure on your roofing. Having a reliable business working on your roofing is very important so that is why we want to give you peace of mind with our before, during and after pictures as well as our 22+ years of experience.
Why is water coming into my home? Can you help?
If you live in Providence, you know how our wintertimes can be as well as how much snow we can see come down. If you have snow on your roof covering as well as icicles coming down from your gutters, the water can be from an ice dam that is preventing the water from running the top of your house. Typically, water will move down your roof materials and also into your gutters, but something might be obstructing that procedure. The only means to stop it is to remove the obstacle.
Jumping on your roof in Providence virtually any time of the year can be hazardous, yet much more so when it is freezing cold and wet. Putting a ladder up and then reaching reach the roofing throughout these conditions is something that must be done by experts.
The teams Ice Dam USA are the experts in working in these conditions and clearing up ice dams. You can find our crews operating throughout Rhode Island.; from Woonsocket to Charlestown and Newport to Foster and all over in between. They are also one of one of the most relied on companies in the USA at finding and removing ice dams from roof coverings. When the ice dam is eliminated, the water will stream as normal; outside of your house and not into your home. Connect with us at 1-855-GOT-ICEE (1-855-468-4233) or complete our service request form to get started.
Can Ice Dam USA make the water stop running into my home or businesses in Providence?
Getting rid of the ice dam is the only method to stop the water. Ice Dam USA can not only aid, however we do it promptly. In addition to that, we do it securely so as not to harm your roofing materials.
We utilize steam to clear ice dams, unlike numerous other business that make use of a heated pressure washer This provides you quick results with little to no damages to your roof.
Faster results means cost savings for you. It’s not all about the old proverb: “Time is money.” The truth is the quicker you can stop the water entering your home, the faster you can stop additional damage. If water continues to flood in, it can collapse ceilings, mess up walls and also flooring and also transform electronic devices into worthless items. We assure that we will stop the water 30 mins after we arrive.
Ice Dam USA is among Providence’s leading and most relied on Ice Dam Removal companies. Ice Dam USA is totally bonded and insured for all residential and business buildings in Providence. We are a family owned company and also recognize the issues that can develop from water leaking into a home or business.
We do NOT make use of heated pressure washers like most Ice Dam Elimination business do as these damage your roofing system and also roof shingles when they blast 4000 PSI out of the tip of the hose pipe. They also do not burn as hot as a real true steamer. Please see our frequently asked question to see the distinction in between our True Steamer and our rivals heated pressure washers.
Our Service Area
Proud to Serve Providence and the Following Areas:
Coventry
Cranston
Cumberland
East Providence
Johnston
Lincoln
Newport
North Kingstown
North Providence
Pawtucket
Providence
South Kingstown
Warwick
West Warwick
Westerly
Woonsocket
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