Air leaks in your home are one of the major causes for ice dams in winter. They reduce your insulation’s performance and drive up your heating costs. Here are 3 key ways to identify pesky warm air leaks so you can seal them and start saving money. “Drafts” Most of us recognize air leaks as […]
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When NOT to DIY your Attic Insulation
Last week we discussed the benefits of increasing your attic insulation to prevent ice dams from forming on your roofline during extreme winter temps. But for safety reasons, there are a few circumstances where you should NOT DIY this project and instead hire it out to a licensed contractor. If your moist air vents feed […]
Say “Goodbye” to Ice Dams and “Hello” to R-Value
One of THE best ways to prevent ice dams forming on your roof’s edge is to make sure your attic space has the correct insulation level. Effective insulation resists the transfer of heat. Meaning warmth stays inside your roof and cold stays outside, preventing the snow melt that causes ice dams to form in extreme […]
Why Steam is the #1 Way to Remove Ice Dams
Water takes several forms, and during a Minnesota winter the most common ones are snow and ice. But on your roof snow melt can form ice dams, leading to thousands of dollars in winter roof damages. Here’s why a third form–high temperature steam–is your best bet for safely removing ice dams from your home. Produces […]
Jump on Ice Dams Early Before These 5 Parts of Your Home Get Damaged
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That’s triply true in the case of ice dam damage. Why? Because folks make the mistake of thinking the damage is all external–on your roof or under your shingles. But the worst and most expensive damage is actually inside your home. Wet and Settling Insulation […]