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Ice Dams — Roof defect
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Ice Dams

Ice Dams is a roof defect common in Twin Cities south-metro homes. One of the most common and damaging south-metro roof claims — causes ceiling stains, rot and mold if left unaddressed.

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Ice Dams is a roof defect common in Twin Cities south-metro homes. One of the most common and damaging south-metro roof claims — causes ceiling stains, rot and mold if left unaddressed.

Field Evidence

What we find.

Ice Dams as found on a south-metro inspection

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What causes ice dams?

Attic heat melts roof snow; meltwater refreezes at the cold eave and backs water up under the shingles.

What we check

Attic insulation depth, air-bypass sealing, soffit-to-ridge ventilation, and eave/flashing condition.

Why it matters

One of the most common and damaging south-metro roof claims — causes ceiling stains, rot and mold if left unaddressed.

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