It’s almost fall. And in just a few months winter. Cold weather. Snow. Ice. And when snow on the roof melts and refreezes, ice dams form. And that can create all sorts of problems. The answer is a roof deicing system, where cables are laid on the roof, eaves and gutters to prevent those ice dams. Here are the benefits.
1. Safety. Ice dams can be dangerous. They can form icicles, which can fall and injure somebody. Or once on the ground the ice can melt and refreeze, creating the potential for someone to slip and fall.
2. Reduced liability. If someone who gets hurt is not a member of your family, they can sue you.
3. Most effective way to prevent damage. Sure, you can have a roof rake and remove snow from your roof. But chances are you won’t be able to cover the whole roof. And the roof rake will not remove ice.
4. Prevent damage and save money. Your roof deicing system will prevent the following types of damage, all of which will save you money, not to mention spare inconvenience.
a. Roof damage. That constant freezing and melting and refreezing can play havoc on your roof shingles, causing damage that may require repair or even replacement. The deicing system eliminates that.
b. Damage to the interior of your home. A damaged roof can cause water to seep into your home, damaging walls, floors and possessions.
5. Low cost. These systems require very little electricity – only about 35 cents an hour to melt the snow on a 300-square-foot roof.
6. Easy to operate. You preset the temperature at which you want the system to kick in. Once you do that, the system automatically kicks in whenever that temperature is hit and it detects moisture. If you want to reset the temperature, that’s easy to do. Some systems have Wi-Fi capability, so you can even preset the temperature via your mobile phone or tablet.
Contact Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric for a Roof Deicing System.
Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric’s licensed electricians can help you select a roof deicing system, and then install it and show you how to use it. Our customers have relied on us since 1928 (that’s 98 years!) for quality products, knowledgeable technicians, and superior service, including 24/7/365 emergency service. That is why we are the most trusted plumbing, sewer, heating and air conditioning, and electrical company in Chicago’s North Shore and Northwest suburbs. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.