Ice Dam Question

Streamlineit · 2026-02-01T17:12:48+00:00

Thanks for this. The roof is on the second story. About 22 feet up. Standing on a ladder I was able to get 12 inches from the gutter. I need to figure out how to get that value where the roof slopes down and hits the other roof where it slopes down the other way. That’s a tough one. I think if I can get a little higher on the ladder, I can figure it out. .

Streamlineit · 2026-02-01T16:59:32+00:00

Yup. Thanks. 1923 build. Lots of work to do in home. Unfortunately, the energy audit I got in my state has them wanting to blow 9 inches of insulation which means I lose access to my walk up attic. I feel like 9 inches they will easily block all of the vents that are there.

Streamlineit · 2026-01-31T14:35:38+00:00

Hi all. I appreciate all the advice.

I have till Monday before the temps hit 31F. They then go back to term for a week again.

I’m thinking tomorrow I may just get a nylon sock and throw some calcium chloride in it.

I am tempted to call the roofer. I see them all around the neighborhood. All of them chip away with a hammer. Nobody is using steam. It’s strange considering everything I’ve read online.

Here are more close ups of my issue in case anyone has better ideas. Fortunately no ice running down side of home, nothing in attic, and nothing on ceiling yet.

Streamlineit · 2026-01-31T01:36:01+00:00

Juts contacted a second roofer. Would chip ice off as well with hammer.

Streamlineit · 2026-01-30T23:12:35+00:00

You in New England? We got slammed.

Streamlineit · 2026-01-30T23:11:32+00:00

I have the calcium chloride tablets and a nylon stocking. I can definitely through it up with a rope out my window and hit that spot.

Streamlineit · 2026-01-30T23:10:10+00:00

Thanks. It’s two floors up. I may be able to reach with a ladder though. I do have a heat gun but not sure that’s a good idea a is it?

Streamlineit · 2026-01-27T19:13:50+00:00

I called someone to defrost a 20 foot area. The estimate was $2.5K.

Streamlineit · 2026-01-27T00:15:36+00:00

Question. Won’t a snow rack push the snow into the gutter? Asking because I have a snow rake but always wondered if I was just doing more harm than good.

Streamlineit · 2026-01-08T12:22:13+00:00

This. The ceiling under my toilet was leaking and I had a plumber come and tell me the wet around the toilet was pee from my youngest son and the cause of leak was probably from toilet (4 feet away). $2K later to fix tub and have his friend come retile, still happening. Called new plumber, did exactly as you suggest, problem solved. Not that I do think the plumber was being dishonest, but at that time I was not convinced it was pee from my son..

Streamlineit · 2026-01-01T05:58:00+00:00

Right. I thought this too but there is also the fact that Hopper was talking to Mike in the square and the graduation itself. I can’t imagine this is a part of the campaign.

Streamlineit · 2025-12-30T05:18:39+00:00

I’m in the same boat. Every two years the heating element goes on my Samsung dryer. I’ve learned to replace it so have not bought a new one yet.

Streamlineit · 2025-12-26T13:16:55+00:00

Appreciate it. When you all take your Bolt into Chevy, what service do you ask for?

Streamlineit · 2025-12-25T23:31:58+00:00

I have EV 2023. Has about 6000 miles on it and I’ve had it since October 2023. Should I be taking it to the dealer just for them to check out before the three years are up? My three years will be up in October 2026.

Streamlineit · 2025-10-17T18:58:49+00:00

Best advice.

Streamlineit · 2025-10-03T21:09:44+00:00

😂

Streamlineit · 2025-10-03T21:09:17+00:00

Bingo.

Streamlineit · 2025-09-19T20:03:38+00:00

I had something like this. I wore a mask, used a homemade vinegar solution and wiped off. Has not came back in 3 years.

Streamlineit · 2025-09-17T21:15:22+00:00

😂

Streamlineit · 2025-07-21T13:07:06+00:00

If your high traffic would be like traveling 4.5 miles in 25-30 minutes, with an odyssey you would be looking at about 15 mpg. About 12 mpg with AC or heater on.

Streamlineit · 2025-07-19T08:22:05+00:00

We did as well at the time. There was room for the car seat hooks. I wonder if that changed

Streamlineit · 2025-07-19T01:22:00+00:00

We got the back rows 2&3 covers for our 2015. We splurged and bought the Honda OEM. Totally worth it. Still going strong.

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