Ice-Melting Roof Systems Installation
Ice-Melting Roof System Installation in Salt Lake City Metro Area
Ice and snow can damage your roof beyond repair, necessitating a premature and costly roof replacement. Gutters Premier can help you protect your roof and home from winter weather. Our experts offer professional installation of ice-melting roof systems in the Salt Lake City metro area. These revolutionary systems use heated cables, panels, or mats to melt snow and ice. This prevents the formation of dangerous ice dams and reduces your risk of roof damage.
Understanding the Hidden Dangers of Ice Dams
Letting snow build up on your roof can have dangerous consequences. Heavy snow buildup can add excess weight to your roof, causing sagging and increasing your risk of a roof collapse. Ice dams can form when snow melts and refreezes at the edge of your roof. Over time, this allows water to seep underneath your roofing materials, causing leaks, mold and mildew, and structural damage. Should snow or ice fall off your roof, it can damage your home, vehicles, and other structures. It can even injure people and pets, setting you up for financial and legal issues that could have been avoided. The best ways to prevent snow buildup are daily post-storm inspections, regular snow removal, and a rooftop ice melting system.
How Roof Ice-Melt Installations Prevent Ice Dams
A rooftop ice-melting system uses heat to melt snow and ice so they can drain off your roof via your gutters and downspouts. It reduces the risk of ice dam formation, roof damage, leaks, and other problems. Let’s take a closer look at how the system works:
- The system is installed along the edges of your roof, in gutters and downspouts, and in roof valleys or other areas vulnerable to ice formation.
- Heating elements are triggered when the system detects freezing temperatures.
- These generate warmth that melts ice so that it can safely drain off your roof.
Exploring Different Types of Snow Melting Systems for Roofs
The two main types of snow melting systems for roofs are electric and hydronic. We can help you determine which is right for your home:
- Electric Systems – These use cables or mats to create electric resistance, which generates heat. You can install a fixed-heat-output system that is manually activated, or an automated system that uses sensors to detect freezing temperatures. These systems turn on and off automatically, which is more energy-efficient. Electric systems are ideal for small homes or at-risk areas on your roof. However, they do not function during power outages.
- Hydronic Systems – Hydronic systems function in conjunction with a boiler. The boiler heats a liquid, which is then pumped through a series of tubes installed in key areas of the roof. While the initial installation cost is higher, this is a highly efficient system that requires less upkeep and doesn’t require electricity to function. It is ideal for larger roofs or commercial properties.
Benefits Of Ice-Melting Installation
An ice-melting system can protect your roof, home, and family. While there is an initial installation cost and the system requires maintenance and upkeep, over time it offers a wide range of benefits:
- Reduced risk of ice and snow damage to your roof, shingles, gutters, walls, ceilings, and foundation
- Maintains the structural stability of your roof and prevents sagging or damage
- Improves the energy efficiency of your home by preventing snow and ice buildup
- Maintains safety and prevents damage or injury caused by falling snow or ice
- Prevents the ground around your home from becoming as slippery
- Reduces the need for rooftop snow removal or manual ice removal
- Reduces financial and legal liability
- Complies with requirements of your homeowner’s insurance, laws and regulations, and home warranties
Call for an Estimate for Ice Melt Roof System Installation
Gutters Premier has a decades-long history of providing safe, efficient, and affordable home exterior services to our community. We are experts in gutter and downspouts, siding, and soffit and fascia installation and repair. Our goals are to protect the beauty, value, and safety of your home while enhancing its energy efficiency and longevity. Let us help you reduce the risk of ice dam formation, snow buildup, and winter roof damage. Call us now or reach out online to get an estimate for ice-melt roof system installation in the Salt Lake City metro area.
FAQs About Ice Melt Systems
How Do I Choose the Right Ice Melt System? – We can help you evaluate your needs and find a system that fits in your budget. We will assess the size and design of your roof, identify high-risk areas, and determine the type of system that best protects your roof and home. We can also help you weigh the cost of initial installation with the return on your investment through lower roof maintenance and repair costs and a longer roof lifespan.
How Long Does Installation Take? – The installation time depends on the system you choose, the size and design of your roof, and the weather.
How Do I Protect and Maintain My System? – We will provide you with manufacturer instructions for proper use, care, and maintenance of your system. We recommend that you inspect the system every week for signs of damage or wear and tear. During heavy storms, periodically assess your roof for signs of snow buildup or ice formation.
If you have a hydronic system, you should regularly check the water pressure and glycol percentage for proper functionality. If you have a manual system, make sure to turn it on when required and turn it off when recommended. Regularly clean your gutters to prevent damage to your gutters and roof.
Does an Ice Melt System Add Value to My Property? – Yes, installing an ice-melt system can make your property more marketable if you choose to sell it in the future.
Is an Ice Melt System Safe? – Yes, when the system is professionally installed by an experienced professional and all manufacturer recommendations, industry standards, and regulations are adhered to, and you properly use and maintain it, the system is safe. Improper installation or use, and lack of maintenance, can cause parts to malfunction, reducing the system’s safety.