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TOPIC: I Have An Existing Metal Roof and Have A Question

Heat Tapes

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I have a 50 year old copper roof with Yankee Gutters. Can I apply a heat tape to the roof to help eliminate ice dams? Thank-you
David warfield

11/8/2014
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Yes, that should be possible. You will also want to heat the gutters and downspouts. Todd Miller
Todd Miller
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

11/8/2014
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be careful how you fastened the heat tape. Do not nail or screw it. Rather it should be clamped to the seams. You may want to look at the cause of the ice dams. It can usually caused by heat loss which is the result of under insulated attic space. Proper ventilation will also help in reducing ice damming. Dick Bus
Dick Bus

11/10/2014
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+1 Please look critically at the ventilation as well as air sealing and insulation. Eric Novotny
Eric Novotny
An informed customer is the Best Customer!

11/10/2014
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