Not all roofing materials handle winter equally. A roof that performs beautifully in mild climates can fail prematurely under repeated freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow loads, and ice dam conditions. When you’re investing thousands in a new roof, choosing materials engineered for cold weather performance means the difference between a roof that lasts 20 years and […]
Category Archives: Ice Dams
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Dec
Dec
The phone call usually starts the same way: “I know you probably can’t help me until spring, but…” Then comes the story—winter storm damage, a leak that just appeared, or a roof that’s been deteriorating and finally failed. Homeowners assume winter roofing is impossible in New York. The truth is more nuanced. While winter installations […]
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Nov
Nov
Ice dams don’t just appear overnight—they’re the result of underlying issues with your roof and attic that develop long before winter arrives. Most homeowners discover they have a problem only after water has already damaged their ceilings, walls, and insulation. The good news? You can identify and fix the conditions that create ice dams before […]