Winter has not yet fully taken over, but we are already concerned about the low temperatures we have to cope with, the cold, the ice and the snow. Homeowners have even more things to worry about, because ice dams and snow are the enemies of roofs, gutters and downspouts.
Fortunately, there are solutions so that winter does not affect your roof. De-icing systems can be installed before the arrival of the cold season, so that you can stay safe and have peace of mind all winter long. With a de-icing system, you will not have to worry about cleaning the snow from the roof or find safe ways to melt the ice dams. It will keep you away from the specific problems of the cold season that affect the roof:
- Preventing the accumulation of snow and ice on the roof and the damage they cause
- Preventing the infiltration of water below the roof
- Preventing accidents caused by falling icicles
- Keeping the roof clean and dry throughout the winter, allowing heat and light to play their role without hindrance from the thick layer of snow on the house
Beyond these aspects, however, de-icing systems also come with a number of long-term and very long-term benefits that go beyond functionality. For example, professionally installed by Colorado Springs roofing companies, they do not require maintenance or involve maintenance costs; on the contrary, in the long term, such a system can help you save money, time and effort, as there will be no need for annual roof repairs, facade restoration, changing the tiles cracked because of frost-thaw cycles etc.