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=Basics=
=Basics=
*Ice Dams are a Phenomena in Roofs (Mainly on Heated Buildings) where [[Snowmelt]] happens due to leaking heat from under the roof
*Ice Dams are a Phenomena in Roofs (Mainly on Heated Buildings) where [[Snowmelt]] happens due to leaking heat from under the roof then refreezes further down the [[Roof]] / [[Gutter]] + [[Downspout]] system
*As with [[Icicles]] they will build up over time
 
=Internal Links=
*[[Snow Load Calculator]]
*[[Snow Shedding Roofs]]

Latest revision as of 18:17, 16 July 2025

Basics

  • Ice Dams are a Phenomena in Roofs (Mainly on Heated Buildings) where Snowmelt happens due to leaking heat from under the roof then refreezes further down the Roof / Gutter + Downspout system
  • As with Icicles they will build up over time

Internal Links