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Who is responsible for Ice dams and the resulting leaks?

April 26, 2017Dams Ice leaks responsible

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Who is responsible for Ice dams and the resulting leaks?

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Ice dams are the result of winter storm conditions. Because they are storm related, and not a roof flaw, damage caused by water is not covered by a shingle manufacturer’s or roofing company warranty. Remember, roofs are designed to shed water to the ground.There are many products on the market to improve the capability of established homes to fend off ice dam leaks. Roofing contractors are able to provide an ever increasing number of products and information for re-roofing clients to choose from. The final responsibility remains with the homeowner when re-roofing to weigh the cost of prevention and protection products against the possible cost of damage if an ice dam leak occurs.