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January 31, 2023
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What Causes Ice Dams?

Heat from the house rises and warms the roof to above 32°. Snow on the warmer parts of your roof melts, turns to water and flows down the roof to the eave. When the water reaches a part of the roof that is below 32° (normally the eave), it will freeze. Eventually, this forms a […]
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January 31, 2023
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Tips to Keep Pipes from Freezing

  Tips to Keep Pipes from Freezing Turn Heat Up a Few Degrees Allow the Faucet to Drip Keep Interior Doors & Sink Cabinets Open Seal up Cracks and Holes Add Extra Insulation, Wrap Pipes in Heat Tape or Heat Cables with Thermostat Control Tips to Thaw Frozen Pipes If a pipe has broken, turn […]
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