Prevent Ice Dams with Low-Voltage Heat
Residents often see significant ice build-up on their roof’s edges in the winter months. These ice dams are created by two basic elements: snow and heat. There are many “fixes” to the ice dam dilemma, but they do not always address the root of the problem. The best way to prevent ice dams is with effective, extra-low voltage radiant heat.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: STEP Warmfloor
High-Performance Roofing Systems at No or Little Additional Cost
Innovations make roofing tiles more affordable and cost-efficient than ever, even when adding solar to the mix. Here’s how.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: 3 IN 1 ROOF
An Easy Installation for Maintenance-Free Roof De-Icing
If you live north of that intangible line where the winter months change from chilly to extremely cold you know what ice buildup on roofs is all about. Ice dams are formed when accumulating snow on the roof is melted from heat loss through the roof and solar heat warming the roofing material.Type: White Paper
Sponsor: STEP Warmfloor
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