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Bay storms. Converted cottages. Ice at the eaves.
Ice Dam Removal & Prevention in East Providence, RI
East Providence winters swing between snow, rain and hard freezes, and that cycle builds ice dams fast on Riverside cottages and Rumford colonials alike. When a dam backs water up, it comes through ceilings and around windows.
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At a glance
Mr. Gutter removes ice dams by hand on East Providence homes in Riverside, Rumford, Watchemoket and every neighborhood in between. We cut channels through the ice so trapped water drains, then help prevent the next one with heat cables, gutter cleaning and guards. Every estimate is free.
Last updated October 2026
- Service area
- All of Rhode Island & nearby MA
- In business since
- 1985, family owned
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East Providence, Rhode Island
We stop East Providence's freeze-thaw winters from forcing meltwater under your shingles
Being on the water changes how winter works in East Providence. Storms coming up Narragansett Bay often start as snow and turn to rain, then the temperature drops behind them. Rain soaks into the snow on your roof, the slush slides toward the gutter, and the cold night locks it in place as ice. A few rounds of that and the edge of the roof carries a thick ridge of ice holding back water that has to go somewhere, usually under the shingles.
Riverside has many small homes that started as summer cottages and were winterized over the years, often with added rooms, shed dormers and low-slope roofs over porches. Those low-slope sections are where ice dams do the most harm, since water does not have to climb far to get under the roofing. Rumford's older colonials and the capes found across the rest of the city have their own weak spots at dormers and at the joint where an addition meets the main roof.
We remove ice dams by hand. We cut channels through the ice so the water pooled behind the dam can drain off the roof and out through the gutters, working carefully around shingles, gutters and fascia. After the ice is open, we can install heat cables on eaves that keep icing and clean or guard the gutters so they drain next winter. Reach us at (401) 274-3030 or with a photo through the form, and you will hear back the same business day.
Call (401) 274-3030Why ice dams form on East Providence homes
Rain on snow near the bay
Winter storms in East Providence often mix snow, sleet and rain. Wet snow on the roof holds water like a sponge, and when the temperature falls overnight it freezes solid along the gutter line.
Converted cottages in Riverside
Homes that began as summer cottages often have thin walls, small attics and low-slope additions. Heat escapes easily into the roof, and shallow roof sections let backed-up water reach under the roofing with little effort.
Wind-drifted snow
Wind off the bay and the Seekonk River piles snow on the sheltered side of a roof and behind chimneys and dormers. Those deep drifts melt slowly and feed ice to the eave below for days.
Gutters full of late leaves
Big oaks and maples on Rumford's older streets drop leaves late in the fall. Gutters that go into winter stuffed with wet leaves freeze solid and give an ice dam a ready-made base.
How we handle ice dams
Careful work by hand, then a plan so they don't come back.
Channels cut by hand
We carefully cut channels through the ice dam so the water trapped behind it can drain off the roof and out through the gutters, without tearing into the shingles.
Heat cables
Roof-edge and gutter heat cables keep a path open for meltwater in the spots that ice up every winter.
Learn more →Clear gutters before winter
Packed gutters hold water that freezes solid. A fall gutter cleaning, or gutter guards, lets meltwater drain.
How East Providence homeowners can head off the next ice dam
Make sure the gutters are empty before the first freeze, since leaves left in them turn into an ice shelf. On low-slope porch roofs and cottage additions that dam up, heat cables are often the most reliable fix, because they keep a melt path open along the eave and through the downspout. Gutter guards keep leaves out so the gutters can drain during a midwinter thaw. Outside our services, it is worth having the attic of an older or converted home checked for air leaks and thin insulation, and using a roof rake on low eaves after a heavy storm.
More for East Providence homeowners: gutter installation, repair and cleaning in East Providence, and our guide to preventing ice dams.
Ice building up on your East Providence roof?
Call before the water finds its way inside. We answer the same business day: (401) 274-3030.
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Our Clients' Reviews
4.9★ · 500+ Google reviews from homeowners across Rhode Island & nearby MA
One section of my gutter system had a hole in it. Mr. Gutter had great reviews, so I called them. They were very quick to respond, I sent a photo, and within minutes they gave me a reasonable quote to replace it. It was just replaced, they were very pleasant, would definitely use them again, highly recommend!
Maureen R.Customer review
Easy to schedule. They came out within a few days and did a great job. I can tell because the nor'easter hit us two days later!
Pamela B.Customer review
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you remove ice dams on homes near the water in Riverside?
Yes. We remove ice dams on homes throughout Riverside, including former cottages near the shore and around Bullocks Point. The ice gets opened by hand, one channel at a time, so the water behind it can run off. For a free estimate, call (401) 274-3030 or send a photo through the form on this page.
Are low-slope porch roofs more likely to leak from ice dams?
Yes. On a shallow roof, water trapped behind an ice dam only needs to rise a little to get under the roofing. That is why porches, sunrooms and additions are common leak spots. Keeping that edge clear and installing heat cables along it can help a lot.
Should I clean my gutters before winter?
Yes, especially under the oaks and maples in Rumford and on other shaded streets. Gutters full of wet leaves freeze solid and help an ice dam form at the roof edge. A late-fall cleaning gives meltwater a clear path, and gutter guards keep the gutters open through the winter.
Can an ice dam pull my gutters off?
It can. Ice is heavy, and a gutter loaded with it can bend, pull away from the fascia or snap its hangers, especially on older homes. Once we have opened the dam and the ice has drained off, we can repair the gutters or the fascia behind them.
Ice dam removal near East Providence
We remove ice dams and install heat cables across Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts.
Locations We Serve
From Providence and the Blackstone Valley to Newport, South County and over the line into nearby Massachusetts, our crews cover all of Rhode Island and the towns that border it.
Rhode Island
- Providence
- Warwick
- Cranston
- East Providence
- Pawtucket
- Woonsocket
- Lincoln
- Smithfield
- Cumberland
- Barrington
- East Greenwich
- Coventry
- Newport
- Narragansett
- All RI towns
Massachusetts
We serve all of Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts towns from Sutton and Walpole to Fall River (not beyond Fall River). See every town.
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