After a snowstorm, a huge band of ice dams can form on your roof’s edge and create heavy icicles. If left this way, the weight of the ice can begin to pull the gutter completely loose. Ice dams are very common in homes in regions with snowy, freezing winters.
When icicles and ice dams form along the edges of your roof, they stop snow melt water from flowing off your roof and to the ground. With the snow melting systems, the pools of water behind the walls of ice find another path. Usually, this path is beneath the shingles or between the seams and leads straight into your home.
Unfortunately, these leaks can continue for a very long. Due to snow and ice melting and time without being noticed, which could lead to expensive repairs or property damage as well as mold, mildew, and rot. Installing snow-melting systems is the best way to protect your home because they will prevent the growth of icicles and ice dams on your roof by heating the roof’s edges.
Ice dams are notorious in the winter for causing roof damage by melt snow and ice. These thick ridges of solid ice build along the eaves and loosen the roof coating, tear off gutters, and cause the roof to leak. You have to get rid of the ice dam by snow and ice removal and installing the snow-melting system to prevent ice dams.
Things to Consider If You Want to Install an Ice Melting Systems
All home and business owners need to know the following things if they want to install snow-melting systems: Snow-melting systems save you money, especially in the long run. Most people believe investing in a snow-melting system will cost them a lot of money, but the truth is, in the end, you will be much safer financially. Here are a few things to consider:
Your type of roof
When installing snow-melting systems, you must also consider the type of roof you have. Determine the material that your roof is made of or it’s surface because some of the ice melt systems that are used can be corrosive when they are applied and come in contact with certain materials.
Level of safety
You also have to consider the level of safety the snow-melting systems might have, especially if you have pets that run around the house. Also, consider the plants; some systems may be lethal to green plants.
Make sure you read the manual before using the chemicals so that you can apply them safely in the right amounts; if you are not sure, then it’s better to employ a professional to do the work for you efficiently.
The Best Ice Melt System for Your Roof Type
The following will give you safety ideas for the best ice melt system for your roof type:
Electric cables for flat roofs
For flat roofers, electric cables would be best for the ice-melting system on your roof. Electric cables are efficient and not that expensive to install on a flat roof. You can even shovel it, but that would take a while and could put your health at risk, so the best solution is to contact professionals.
Magnesium chloride or hydronic systems for metal roofs
Magnesium chloride or hydronic is one system that is typically recommended for ice melt systems for metal roofers because they are less corrosive and toxic.
Sodium Chloride for Asphalt shingle roofs
To melt snow and prevent an ice dam, asphalt shingle roofers can use sodium chloride. Sodium chloride can quickly dissolve ice and remains effective up to a temperature of about 13 degrees. It won’t harm your landscaping and can be used safely on concrete, shingles, and roofs.
There are a few disadvantages that are associated with snow melting systems or electric systems, so you have to ensure that the people who install your ice heating systems are professionals who have years of experience.
If the snow melting systems are not installed properly, it will only protect the eaves and not the entire roof. You might end up paying a high price for this.
Snow removal on your roof or gutters can be a daunting task if you don’t have the proper equipment or decide to do it yourself. Hiring a professional to complete the task is always the best option.
Trust HotEdge to Solve Your Problems
At HotEdge, we have many years of experience and success assisting people with any of their residential, commercial, and industrial project needs throughout Denver Colorado. Although we service all of Denver, we have a focus on many other surrounding areas.
It’s Time For You To Have A HotEdge System! We Melt More With Less
HotEdge provides solutions that prevent ice dams and icicles from forming. Using a combination of different products, we’re able to cost-effectively prevent snow melt water from re-freezing on your roof to ensure ice dams and icicles do not have the opportunity to develop. We are the leader in the world in manufacturing accredited roof ice melt systems. We understand just how destructive ice dams and icicle formations can be to your roof and property.
We have the ability to perform any turnkey project efficiently. We start with ground improvement or a deep foundation solution that meets your needs. We have vast knowledge to solve whatever problem you may be facing concerning your roof. We can help you understand all the options that you have, working with you to determine the most competitive cost to fit your timeline and provide you with the lowest risk and highest quality. Our experts are on standby waiting to help you. Please visit the page HotEdge Roof Ice Melt Systems or call us today: (303) 578-4987
