Heat cable has a dubious reputation in the ice dam prevention world. It's a topic few understand in-depth, both in terms of what it is and how to install it properly. In this three-part series, I will ...

Stop ice dams from damaging your roof with attic insulation and the calcium chloride "sock hack." Learn how to prevent leaks ...

Welcome to the final entry in my three-part series on ice dam prevention and heat cables. In part one, Should you install heat cables to prevent ice dams?, I discussed the most common solutions ...

Prevent ice damage to your gutters and roof with a straightforward installation that will keep your gutters warm and ...

Ice dams are the result of a freeze-and-thaw cycle when there’s snow on your roof, and they suck. They can cause damage to your roof and gutters, and in the worst scenarios they can even damage your ...

Ice damming can be a serious problem, but should it occur on your house, here's what you or a contractor can do about it: 1. Use hot water: Running hot water over the ice dam, gently, will melt it and ...

'Tis the season for ice dams, Wisconsin. When icicles hang from the edge of your home's roof after snowfall, it's a sign this fickle, recurring winter concern might be plotting a leak into your home.

Q: Having recently moved to Michigan, I was surprised to see the number of homes that did not have gutters. I would like to install gutters on the home we purchased, however I have been told by some ...

When Elizabeth Dean went to her kitchen last Wednesday morning to make coffee, she noticed the light fixture over her sink was leaking. "All the panic kind of came into me," Dean said. "Like, what do ...