Ice dams form at the roof's edge when the snow melts above and refreezes below. The backed-up water can find its way into the walls and the plumbing spaces.
The formation
An ice dam forms when the warm attic melts the snow and the water refreezes at the cold eave. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Fargo, the freeze-thaw cycle is the trigger.
The leak path
The trapped water backs up under the shingles and drips into the walls and the ceilings. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Fargo, the leak often shows far from the dam.
The pipes
The attic pipes and the vent stacks sit where the ice and the water gather. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Fargo, the insulation protects them from the cold.
The venting
Good attic ventilation keeps the roof cold and stops the melting. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Fargo, the vents balance the attic temperature.
The removal
Removing the ice with steam or hot water is safer than chopping at the roof. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Fargo, the careful removal protects the shingles.
The prevention
Insulation, ventilation, and the rake keep the dams from forming. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Fargo, the fall prep is the prevention.
The call
Protect the roof and the pipes. Call 888-217-3585 and Fargo Plumber Connect will match you with a Fargo pro for the winter check.
Plumbing in Fargo: what to know
In Fargo, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Cass County — from West Fargo, Moorhead and Dilworth to ZIP codes like 58103, 58105, 56562 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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