When warm air from your home gets into your attic, it melts the bottom layer of snow on your roof. The water then slides down the roof, and when it hits the cold air of the outside, it freezes into ice. At first it may look like icicles. But eventually, the ice will dam up, forcing water underneath the shingles and into your attic. After time, the water could seep down through sheet rock and flooring to cause major damage to the inside of your home.
This isn't easy stuff to understand, check out this video for a better diagram.
A couple tips from the Buffalo Herd:
- Improve the ventilation in your attic.
- Insulate around penetrations
- Clear out your rain gutters
- Remove icicles as they form
BE CAREFUL, don't climb on your roof with snow and ice present. And don't chip at the ice, this could cause more damage.
If you do have water damage, don't hesitate. Call Buffalo Restoration immediately to dry your home and prevent further damage.
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