Ice dams are not just a nuisance — they are a structural threat to your home. When multiple snowstorms stack heavy snow on your roof, and long stretches of freezing temperatures follow, the melt-and-refreeze cycle creates thick ice buildup along the eaves and inside the gutters. That ice traps water behind it. The water has nowhere to go, so it pushes up under the shingles and, more critically, forces its way between the fascia and the roof line — leading to interior leaks, soaked insulation, ceiling stains, damaged drywall, and rot.

GET A QUOTE TO REMOVE ICE DAMS

Here's how we handle it the right way:

1. On-Site Inspection & Assessment

We begin with a thorough visual inspection of the roof, eaves, gutters, and attic (when accessible). We identify:

• Active ice dam formation
• Areas where water is backing up under shingles
• Ice buildup between fascia and roof decking
• Signs of interior moisture intrusion
• Vulnerable valleys, roof edges, and low-slope transitions

Our goal is to determine how severe the buildup is and where water is most likely penetrating. Ice dams are rarely uniform — they're strategic problems that require targeted removal.

2. Clear, Transparent Quoting

Once we assess the conditions, we provide a detailed quote outlining:

• Square footage of snow removal
• Extent of ice dam buildup along eaves
• Height and thickness of ice accumulation
• Safety setup requirements (harness systems, roof pitch considerations)

No guesswork. No vague pricing. You'll know exactly what we're doing and why.

3. Controlled Snow Removal

Before touching the ice, we remove the snow load from the roof surface. This step is critical.

Using proper safety harness systems and roof-safe tools, we:

• Remove snow from the lower 3–6 feet of the roof edge (or more if necessary)
• Relieve weight stress on the roof structure
• Eliminate the melting source feeding the ice dam
• Protect shingles from damage during removal

Clearing the snow reduces ongoing meltwater, which prevents the ice dam from worsening during the process.

4. Professional Ice Dam Removal

This is where experience matters.

We carefully break down and remove ice dams at the eaves and inside the gutters using non-destructive techniques. Our focus is on:

• Opening drainage paths to allow trapped water to escape
• Removing ice buildup between fascia and roof edge
• Preventing further water intrusion under the shingle system
• Protecting drip edge, gutters, and shingle integrity

We do not use aggressive methods that damage roofing materials. The goal is to solve the problem without creating a new one.

Why Immediate Action Matters

Ice dams become especially dangerous after several snow events followed by freeze-thaw cycles. When temperatures rise during the day and drop sharply at night, water repeatedly melts and refreezes, thickening the ice ridge at the eaves. Over time, that ridge acts like a dam wall.

The longer it sits, the greater the risk of:

• Water infiltration under shingles
• Ice is forcing itself behind fascia boards
• Soffit and gutter damage
• Interior ceiling leaks
• Mold and insulation deterioration

This is not something to “wait out.”

Our Priority: Protecting Your Home

At Peak, safety and prevention drive our process. We use proper fall protection systems, professional equipment, and experienced crews to resolve the issue quickly and carefully.

If you're seeing icicles forming in thick sheets, water stains on ceilings, or heavy ice buildup along your roof line — that's your signal to act.

Ice dams don't fix themselves.
But we do.

Call us today at 401-300-0323 or submit a request quickly and easily using our contact form.