Ice Dam Removal In Newburgh NY

It starts with snow melting on your roof. That water runs toward the edge, where it’s colder, and freezes again. If that keeps happening, a ridge of ice builds up and blocks the water behind it. Heat getting out through the attic is often part of the problem; you can have melting snow up top even on a freezing day.

If you see ice packed into the gutters or a thick ridge along the roof’s edge give us a call right away. A few icicles aren’t necessarily a problem on their own. What’s more concerning is ice building up behind them, especially if you’re also noticing damp spots indoors.

We melt it using steam and hot water. That includes ice along the roof’s edge and buildup inside the gutters. Each job is a little different, so we’ll need to see where the ice is and how much has formed before deciding how to tackle it.

Yes, give us a call and tell us what’s going on. If you have water coming into the house, mention that right away. We’ll let you know when we can get there. Weather and road conditions can affect the schedule, especially during a storm, but we’ll be upfront about our availability.

That depends on what’s causing the leak. If water is backing up behind the ice, clearing it gives that water a way off the roof and may stop it from coming inside. It won’t fix damaged roofing or dry out a wet ceiling, though. Those issues may need separate attention even after the ice is gone.

Unfortunately, it can. We can remove what’s there, but another stretch of snow, melting, and freezing can bring it back. If it happens in the same spot every winter, it’s worth having your attic checked. Air leaks and insulation issues may be warming the roof and keeping that cycle going.