Ice Dams

Experts: Prepare For Nasty Rooftop Ice Dams

This year’s end of winter could make a yearly problem much worse than normal. Ice dams could go from bad to worse and cost homeowners thousands of dollars.

2013/03/14

Ice dams form at the edge of roofs when the snow melts and refreezes. (credit: CBS)

Snow & Freezing Temps: The Perfect Mix For Ice Dams

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Recently, the weather has provided the perfect storm for ice dams on your roof: snow and freezing temps. You’ve likely noticed a puddle that forms right on the outside edge of your […]

2013/02/17

Ice Dam Damage Forces Family Out Of Home

Ice dams have caused many problems this winter, but for one family the problems have been so bad they’ve been forced to move out of their home.

2011/02/14

Overnight Work To Clear Huge Ice Dams From Church

Temperatures in the 30s on Saturday may have felt good but it’s been a mess for a lot of people. That includes a church in New Richmond, Wis. where crews are working through the night to remove huge ice dams before Sunday morning services.

2011/02/12

Thaw Feels Nice, But Ice Dams Come With It

For the first time in a long time we got some warmer temps Friday. It was enough to get folks back outdoors without all the heavy gear, but this weekend’s warmer weather could create headaches too.

2011/02/11

A Catastrophic Year For Insurance Companies

Insurance companies in Minnesota are calling this year catastrophic.

2010/12/30

St. Paul Advises Residents To Clear Roofs

The city of St. Paul is advising residents to take action to clear their rooftops of ice and snow now, to avoid potential damage in the future.

2010/12/30

Good Question: Do Icicles Mean You Have Ice Dams?

We have all seen the damage ice dams can do inside our homes. But almost all of us have icicles hanging from our gutters and roofs. So, when do icicles become ice dams and what’s the difference?

2010/12/29