Snow and ice accumulation on roofs can cause long-term damage, but local contractors have said there are ways to limit those impacts or potentially prevent them altogether. The recent freeze-and-thaw ...

If you've noticed large pieces of ice or icicles forming around the roof, eaves, and gutters of your home's exterior, you may be dealing with something called an ice dam. They may be pretty, but ...

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Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...