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January 13, 2018

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Ice dams can be more than just a hassle for home owners.

Ice dams are more than just an irritation, they cause damage to the roof and shingles as wells as leaks, mold and water damage inside the home. We asked the experts at Olympic Roofing to find out why ice dams occur and what we can do to prevent them. “Most of the time, if you have ice dams, you also have a warm attic,” says George Vasiliades, company owner. He goes on to explain that having an attic that is improperly insulted or not vented correctly causes it to retain the heat that rises from inside the living quarters. “When snow lands on the roof, it’ll melt,” he says, “and when the water reaches the edges of the roof, where it’s much cooler, it will refreeze and become ice. That ice slowly builds up and what you have then is a wall of ice keeping water from draining off the roof.” Water then builds up behind the ice wall or dam and is slowly pushed up the roof line. As it works its way up the slope, the water gets between the shingles and slowly starts wo...

Why Should I Clean My Gutters?

We’ve all seen them: houses with plants sprouting from their gutters due to a buildup of leaves, maple “helicopters,” and the like. These “volunteer” plantings don’t just detract from your home’s appearance, however—they also mean that your home is at risk for potential damage. Leaving gutters clogged for too long could mean you’ll end up shelling out big bucks to your local roofing company, not to mention dealing with major repairs to walls and even your foundation. Gutters are designed to carry rainwater and melting ice and snow to downspouts, which in turn carry that water out and away from your foundation, lessening the chance that it will leak into your home. If your gutters become badly clogged, water can start to back up into walls, causing serious damage and eventually rot and mold. Ice dams and icicles—something we’re all familiar with here on the north shore—can mean that clogged gutters are causing water to back up under your roof—another costly i...

Winter Storm Quinn May Destroy Roofs — We'll Fix It!

Winter Storm Quinn May Blow Trees, Roofs Down — We'll Fix It! The recent storm, Quinn, will surge through much of Northeastern US and potentially leave much destruction in its path. Some destruction may include many fallen trees or tree branches landing on houses, which will damage many roofs. Luckily, Olympic Roofing has many crews to help those affected. Olympic Roofing serves Southern New Hampshire, including Manchester, Nashua, and Salem, NH as well as throughout Eastern Massachusetts including Boston, Greater Boston, Merrimack Valley, and throughout the Cape. We will work with your insurance company to help expedite your roof repair, including any damages to your gutters. Call 1-800-535-4312 now for a complimentary consult with an Olympic Technician. Olympic Roofing is based in Topsfield, MA and is Licenced, Bonded & Insured. You can also email us at admin@olympicroofing.com .

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