Pros and Cons of Installing Heat Cables to Combat Ice Dams

As the weather grows colder, it’s a good time to perform some routine maintenance on your home, such as cleaning out your gutters, to get ready for the winter season. Is your roof ...
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Why Do I Have Icicles on My House, but My Neighbors Don't?

While icicles can be beautiful, they can also be an indication that something may be wrong with your home. When icicles form, it can be a sign that ice dams are forming on your ...
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Do I Need to Remove Snow from My Roof?

Have you ever watched inches or even feet of snow accumulate on your roof and wondered whether it’s compromising your home’s structural integrity? If so, you’re not alone. In this ...
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How Does Proper Roof Ventilation Affect a Home During the Winter?

In the Midwest, winter is a long and cold season. Homeowners need to know how to prepare their homes for winter and have a routine maintenance checklist to keep them in the best ...
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Heavy Snow and Your Home: What You Need to Know

Snow can be beautiful and exciting, but not if it’s wreaking havoc on your home and roof. A heavy snow can be detrimental to your home in several ways, so it’s important that you ...
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How to Prevent Ice Dams Without Heat Cables

Winter takes a toll on your home’s exterior, and the roof is no exception. Snow, ice, and sleet all come together for the perfect storm, and as precipitation continually freezes ...
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House Buying Series: Is the House Prepared for Winter?

Make sure the home you’re considering buying is equipped to handle cold conditions. There are several important places you should inspect or inquire about before making an offer ...
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How to Cure Your Winter Ice Dam Problem for Good

Once the winter chill has set in for the season, the relentless cold can wreak havoc on your home and roof. One thing that you might not know is a symptom of serious trouble is ...
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Three Tips to Prevent Ice Dams This Winter

Cold weather brings snow and ice in Iowa, and it’s time to start thinking how to protect your home and roof from the adverse weather. Although the soft falling snow and those ...
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Attic Ventilation 101: What It Is and Why You Need It

If you’re like many other homeowners, you rarely go into your attic, but it's very important that you think about it now and then. The condition of an attic can have a significant ...
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