by Chris Ouverson | Feb 3, 2026 | Blog, Ice Dams
Many homeowners assume ice dams are an early winter problem. Snow falls, temperatures drop, and ice forms along the roof edge. If nothing shows up in December or January, it feels safe to cross ice dams off the list. In SE Minnesota, that assumption often breaks down....
by Chris Ouverson | Feb 3, 2026 | Blog, Ice Dams
In SE Minnesota, winter does not move in a straight line. February often brings a mix of cold nights, daytime thaws, sun exposure, and refreezing. For roofs, this back and forth can be more stressful than long stretches of deep cold. Many homeowners are surprised to...
by Chris Ouverson | Jan 15, 2026 | Blog, Ice Dams
Winter after winter, some homes in the Rochester area deal with ice dams again and again, while others rarely see them. Heavy snow alone is not the real reason. Ice dams are usually a sign of how heat moves through a home and how the roof system handles winter...
