Bauer stresses some key actions you should take: When building or buying a home, make sure an ice and water shield is installed. Before the snow begins, make sure to check your roof, drainage and ...

Homeowners, take note! Ice dams may be forming on your roof this winter, and if ignored, they can lead to serious damage.

Some are made to convincingly mimic the look of slate ... winters, ice dams formed as water freezes may aggravate tiny cracks and fissures that eventually necessitate repairs. Roof pitch also ...