Heat cable has a dubious reputation in the ice dam prevention world. It's a topic few understand in-depth, both in terms of what it is and how to install it properly. In this three-part series, I will ...

Heat cables look like heavy-duty extension cords. But instead of delivering electricity from one end to the other, they break a cardinal rule of wiring and bleed heat through the insulating cover.

Snow days at home are exciting, but your roof and gutters may beg to differ. Major snowfall causes accumulation, which can mean serious damage. That’s why so many homeowners invest in heat cables for ...

Gutters on a house roof clogged with ice - Catherine Anne Thomas/Shutterstock Winters can arrive with a lot of headaches and it is best to be prepared, especially once it begins to snow. For instance, ...

Question: I just read a previous article you wrote in response to a question about using roof-heating cables. Ice damming has not been a problem for us and I have no interest in putting these cables ...

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Winters can arrive with a lot of headaches and it is best to be prepared, especially once it begins to snow. For instance, it is not unusual to come outside after a bout of snow and see a 6-inch-long ...