With colder weather, uninsulated or under-insulated attics can cause issues, one of which is ice damming. Ice damming can cause problems like damage to shingles, gutters and siding. It can also result in water leaking into the attic, which could soak the wood, insulation, flooring, upstairs ceiling, and even possibly valuables stored in the attic. Money spent air-sealing and properly insulating the attic can prevent all of this in addition to saving money on heating and cooling bills. It's an upgrade that pays for itself!
External Ice Damming in CT
When snow has had a chance to accumulate on the roof of an improperly insulated attic, it just takes a day or two for those tell-tale icicles to form at the roof edge. These icicles are a sign of possible ice damming which can lead to expensive interior and exterior damage.
