Ice Dam Removal & Prevention in North Providence, RI

We stop North Providence ice dams from leaking into ranch and split-level ceilings

Post-war North Providence was built on ranches, raised ranches, split-levels and capes, and each has its own ice dam habit. Ranches have long eaves on low-pitched roofs, so meltwater moves slowly and has a short climb to reach under the shingles. Capes have upstairs rooms tucked under the roof slope with little space for insulation. On both, the warm house melts the snow from below, and the overhang past the exterior wall stays cold enough to refreeze it.

Split-levels add a twist. Snow sliding off the upper roof lands on the lower roof and piles up where the lower roof meets the wall of the upper level. That corner is shaded, takes meltwater from above and is often where a split-level leaks first. We remove those dams by hand, cutting channels through the ice so the water pooled behind it can reach the gutter and drain. Working this way keeps the shingles and gutters undamaged.

Shade and wind play a part too. Mature oaks and maples in Fruit Hill and other older sections of town keep parts of many roofs out of the sun, and wind drifts snow behind chimneys and onto the sheltered side of a roof. Those spots hold snow longest and dam up most often. We can install heat cables on eaves that ice up every year and clean the gutters before the snow. For a free estimate, phone (401) 274-3030 or attach a photo to the form on this page, and expect an answer the same business day.