Ice Dam Removal Services in New York, NY
What is an "ice dam" anyway?
Ice dams are barriers of ice on your roof covering that act like virtually any other dam. They block water from moving down your roof as well as stop your roof products from doing their role. The solution is: Ice Dam Removal. The Fastest and Safest answer is: Ice Dam Removal using Steam.
Heat getting out from your home rises and also melts the snow, however not all at the same time or in the exact same areas. As the water from the melted snow comes in contact with the snow that hasn’t thawed, it colder up until it eventually freezes. That ice develops and also produces a block (ice dam) that holds water which either ices up and increases the dimension of the dam or puddles up behind it. The heat is always escaping from your home, nonetheless, it comes more rapidly from vents, skylights and also other locations that have less insulation. This means snow melts in those areas prior to it melts in areas that have much better insulation or are reduced on the roofing. A great deal of times this is close to the gutter systems which is where several ice dams begin.
Shingles, tiles and also other roof products are developed to help water move off your home. As water backs up from the wall of ice, that water starts pushing under your tiles and starts seeking the most convenient method to go down. As your roof covering products aren’t created for this, they simply do not stand a possibility. Water will always win.
Using Steam for Ice Dam Removal on homes and businesses in New York City & surrounding areas
Some companies make use of heated pressure washers to remove ice dams, nevertheless, we do not recommend this technique. Sending out a stream of water at 4000 PSI to your roof shingles will certainly create damage. If it is used to remove ice dams and also the driver cuts through the ice and also right into your roof shingles, they will certainly create holes in them. Most consumers would instead not take care of obtaining a brand-new roof in addition to the damage currently brought on by the ice dam.
Ice Dam USA teams use steam to get rid of ice dams. Not just is it extra effective as well as faster, but it will not damage your roof covering.
Steam reaching 250-300 levels is warm sufficient to reduce via the ice quickly, yet at much less than 300 PSI, it will certainly not damage your roofing.
We are so certain in our procedure that Ice Dam USA guarantees its work and also is fully insured and also bonded for all of the jobs we complete.
Fully Bonded & Insured Ice Dam Removal
Removing Ice Dams from your roofing can be unsafe and may create damages if you do not get a specialist’s assistance. The qualified professionals from Ice Dam USA can remove your Roof Snow as well as Ice Dams from your roof in a safe, prompt manner. We utilize true steamers, which is a low pressure device burning at 400 degrees. This steam cuts through the ice on your roof covering and does not just melt it using hot water like the other businesses.
Climbing up onto a snowy/icy roofing in New York in the middle of winter months pretty much any time of day or evening is unsafe. This is why we want to ensure you that we are completely bonded and also insured for your safety and security as well as ours. We take every one of the called for precaution needed to remain secure on your roofing. Having a credible business working with your roofing is necessary so that is why we want to provide you peace of mind with our before, during and after photos and also our 22+ years of experience.
Why is water coming into my home? Can the crew from Ice Dam USA help?
If you live in New York, you understand exactly how our winter seasons can be and just how much snow we can see 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 stopping the water from escaping the top of your home. Typically, water will move down your roof covering materials and into your rain gutters, but something might be obstructing that process. The only means to stop it is to eliminate the barrier.
Jumping on your roof in New York any time of the year can be hazardous, however much more so when it is cold and also wet. Putting a ladder up and then climbing to get to the roof throughout these conditions is something that should be done by professionals.
The crews Ice Dam USA are the professionals and are proficient at operating in these conditions to solve your problems. We operate all around New York; from Buffalo to Long Island, Malone to Jamestown and all areas in between. We are also among the most trusted firms in the USA at finding and also eliminating ice dams from roof coverings. As soon as the ice dam is gotten rid of, the water will certainly move as regular; outside of your home and not into your residence. Connect with us at 1-855-GOT-ICEE (1-855-468-4233) to start.
Can you make the water stop running into my home or business in New York City?
Getting rid of the ice dam is the only way to stop the water. Ice Dam USA can not just assist, but we do it quickly. We do it safely so as not to harm your roof covering products.
We use steam to clear ice dams, unlike several other companies that utilize a heated pressure washer. This offers you rapid results with little to no damage to your roofing.
Faster outcomes means cost savings for you as well. It’s not all about the old saying: “Time is money.” The reality is the faster you can stop the water running right into your residence, the faster you can prevent extra damages. If water continues to flood in, it can knock down ceilings, ruin walls and also floor covering and transform electronic devices into useless products. We guarantee that we will certainly stop the water 30 minutes after we arrive.
Ice Dam USA is one of New York’s leading and most relied on Ice Dam Removal Companies. Ice Dam USA is totally bonded and Insured for all residential homes as well as commercial buildings in New York. We are a family owned company and also understand the issues that can occur from water leaking into a home or business.
We do NOT use hot water or “heated” pressure washing machines like many Ice Dam Removal firms do as these damages your roofing and also roof shingles when they blow up 4000 PSI out of the tip of the tube and do not melt as hot as a true steamer. Please see our FAQs to see the distinction between our True Steamer as well as our competitors heated pressure washer.
Our Service Area
Proud to Serve New York City and the Following Areas:
Albany
Amherst
Babylon town
Brookhaven
Buffalo
Hempstead town
Huntington
Islip
New York City
North Hempstead
Oyster Bay
Ramapo
Rochester
Smithtown
Syracuse
Yonkers
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