Stop Melt-and-Freeze Before It Starts
Ice dams form when warm attic air melts rooftop snow that refreezes at eaves. The result is back-up under shingles, leaks, and interior damage. Prevention pairs insulation, air sealing, and ventilation.
The Three-Part Solution
Our approach to keep eaves clear:
- Air seal attic bypasses around lights, ducts, chases, and tops of walls
- Right-size insulation depth for your assembly and climate
- Balance intake and exhaust ventilation with baffles at eaves
Roofing Materials and Details that Help
We install ice and water shield membranes at eaves, valleys, and penetrations, then specify synthetic roofing systems (DaVinci, Authentic Roof) that lock up tight. Proper drip edges, closed-ridge details, and sealed flashings add layered protection.
Book a Pre-Winter Roof and Attic Review
We evaluate heat loss pathways, ventilation balance, and eave detailing, then prioritize fixes that deliver the biggest reduction in ice-dam risk before temperatures drop.