Each winter, snow and ice are responsible for some of the most unpleasant accidents, clogging gutters, causing long-term roof damage that costs a lot to fix (e.g. flooding of the upper floors) and even producing accidents.

The solution to all these problems specific to the cold season consists in heating the roof, aka installing a de-icing system.

De-icing the roof is a necessary and important measure to protect your home, yourself and your budget. Such a system consists of electric cables with heating role that are mounted on the roof, typically along the gutters, and which are connected to a thermostat that will control the automatic operation of the system depending on climatic conditions such as temperature and humidity. The price of a roof de-icing system depends on the materials used and the surface that must be protected.

The advantages of a heated roof:

• Keeping gutters and downspouts free of ice
• Ensuring proper drainage for water resulting from snow melting, regardless of its amount
• Prevention of damage to rainwater collection systems and those resulting from melting ice
• Preventing indoor water infiltration occurring due to ice that forms unnaturally under the roof
• Prevention of damage to building facades

Such a system can be installed by a qualified Aurora roofing contractor, so reach out to them today.