Tag: Ice Dam
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Why a Spring Roof Inspection is Important
With the harsh Pennsylvania winter fading and spring starting to show itself, it's easy to forget about home maintenance. However, one of the best things you can do for your home is to get a spring roof inspection -- it can save you tons of trouble, time and money in the long-run.
Each winter, your roof takes a beating. With constant temperature fluctuations, heavy snow and lots of rain, your roof is often exposed to the worst of the worst during the winter months. Therefore, there's a chance that a problem may exist on your roof -- whether it's the result of an ice dam, black algae or a roof/skylight leak -- and although the problem may be small now, it should be caught ASAP. A small problem now can lead to a giant problem later.
And as always, we'd love to perform your spring roof inspection! Call Exterior Specialties of PA for a free consultation today!
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Ice Dams
As we've examined before, Pennsylvania's cold weather can wreak havoc on your roof.
In fact, there's a possibility of something called an "ice dam" forming on your roof, which can do substantial damage to your house.
As Kaiser Roofing points out, an ice dam occurs when ice on your roof forms in such a way to block your roofs water flow, causing water to get trapped and sit on your roof, often causing leaks.
Popular Mechanics created a great illustration explaining it:
When an ice dam forms, it's incredibly important for you to take care of the issue as soon as possible. Call Exterior Specialties of PA for a free estimate, and always keep in mind that we always provide 24/7 emergency repair if you need us.