Heat Cable Contractor in Salt Lake City

While Utah may have the ‘Greatest Snow on Earth,’ heavy snowfall and ice accumulating on your roof can cause several problems for you and your home. By adding heating cables to your roof, you can help prevent these problems as well as possible injuries from falling snow or ice. With almost 30 years of experience in roofing and dealing with Utah snow, our team at M&M Gutters is ready to install heat cables on your home today.

Roof Heat Cable Installation

Heating cables should be installed by experienced roofing contractors to ensure they are done correctly. Otherwise, you still risk damage to your roof or injury to loved ones if the cables fail due to improper installation. For professional roof heat cable installation in Salt Lake City, contact the roofing experts at M&M Gutters.

What Are Heating Cables?

A heat cable for a roof is an electrical wire that can be heated up during snowfall to prevent snow and ice from accumulating on the edges of your roof.

Different Types of Heat Cables

You can get two types of heating cables for your roof: self-regulating and constant wattage.

Self-regulating heat cables produce heat based on the temperature around them. This means that if one section is warmer than another, the first section of the cable won’t heat up as much as the cooler section because it doesn’t need to.

On the other hand, constant-wattage heating cables produce consistent, stable heat throughout the entire cable to ensure it is equally distributed along the line.

During your roof heat cable installation in Salt Lake City, our team can help you decide which type of heating cable is best for your home and needs.

Benefits of Heat Cables

There are several benefits of adding a heat cable to your roof. Heat cables are installed in a zigzag pattern throughout the lower colder section of the roof to prevent the water from freezing and leading to further issues. One of the main benefits of doing roof heat cable installation in Salt Lake City is listed below.

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How Heat Cables Prevent Ice Dams and Protect the Home

The part of your roof that extends out from the edge is typically colder than the rest of the roof. This means that when the upper section warms up due to your home heating system, snow will melt and run down toward the cooler area by your gutters. Once this water hits the colder section, it can refreeze, causing problems with frozen pipes, water damage, and even ice dams.

Preventing Ice Dams and Damage to Roofing Systems

If there are several days worth of snow melting and refreezing on your roof, it can slowly build up into an ice dam. This blockage is problematic, as the ice buildup can get under shingles and push them up, which ruins the shingles and allows water to get under them and into your attic space. 

Using heating cables to prevent ice dams is helpful because it only targets the problematic areas, so you won’t have to worry about heating your entire roof or the extra associated costs. Additionally, ice dams contribute to icicles, which are injury hazards for you and your loved ones. So getting heat cables for your roof also helps keep you safer during the winter months.

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Brands We’ve Worked With

Our extensive experience and commitment to excellence are reflected in the diverse range of companies we proudly serve. From local businesses to well-known enterprises, our clients trust us for reliable, top-quality roofing solutions.

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Snow Retention

Combining heating cables and snow retention systems is crucial for protecting roofs in snowy regions like Utah. Heating cables prevent ice dams by melting snow along roof edges, while snow retention systems control how snow accumulates and melts. Instead of allowing dangerous snow slides, these systems let snow melt gradually, protecting your roof’s structure and preventing hazards to people and property below.

When properly integrated, this dual approach prevents ice formation while managing snow loads effectively. For the best results, work with professionals who can design a system tailored to your property’s specific requirements.

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For professional fascia and soffit installation in Salt Lake City, contact M&M Gutters today. We’re ready to take on any roofing issues to ensure you always have a quality roof over your head.

290 S Redwood Rd Suite B
Salt Lake City, UT 84104, USA

Phone: 483-4840
Email: info@mandmgutters.com
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9 am – 5 pm
Sat-Sun: Closed

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