Park City Roof Deicing and Gutter Trace Systems
Warmzone carries a wide selection of proven roof heating and gutter trace systems for business and homeowners in Park City. And these trusted, industry leading solutions can be customized to meet your specific roof heating needs.
One of the most popular roof deicing systems is Warmzone’s low-voltage RoofHeat STEP system. This
advanced solution features a thin, flexible polymer heating element that is installed directly
under the shingles of your roof. It is also safe for heating metal roofs.
Discreetly installed under the roofing, the semi-conductive heating element can even be nailed or stapled through. The heating panel is polypropylene fused during fabrication to make it water proof and protect it from alkaline or salt damage.
Because the system is low-voltage it utilizes a transformer to step down high voltage to low voltage (60V or less) for each section of the roof. The system is activated by an advanced sensor that detects precipitation and temperature so that the system operates only when needed. These heating panels are ideal for keeping the entire roof eaves free of snow and ice dams.
Self-regulating Heat Cable
Another popular roof heating solution is the use of self-regulating heat trace cable. This affordable option is commonly used to keep gutters, downspouts and roof valleys free of ice to facilitate runoff. The heat cable can also be routed along the roof edges (zig zagged) to help prevent ice dams. The heat cable clears channels for the runoff, preventing pools of water from forming behind ice dams where it can do the most damage.
Winters in Park City can be demanding on roofs, so it’s important for homeowners to take steps
to ensure their roof stays protected, so it can protect you. Here is some basic information and some
steps you can take to care for your roof:
• Tree branches rubbing on a roof or the accumulation of leaf debris on a roof can shorten the life of roof shingles. Keep nearby trees trimmed.
• Be aware that roofs with multiple-layers of shingles have a shorter lifespan than single layered roofs.
• Make sure your attic is well insulated and ventilated. An unventilated or poorly ventilated attic reduces roof lifespan. A poorly insulated attic allows heat to escape, increasing the chances of ice dams forming. When the runoff reaches the colder eaves, it refreezes. As this process repeats, a ridge of ice forms, blocking additional runoff from reaching the gutter. Water pooled behind the ice can seep into every tiny imperfection in the roof. As it refreezes it expands, and over time can exploit small imperfections and even lead to serious damage.
• Severe weather such as hot summers and harsh winters can affect your roof. Weather fronts that introduce dramatic temperature swings within a 24-hour period can also shorten lifespan because of the rapid expansion and contraction of the roof materials.
• Repeated instances of ice dams each winter can lead to potentially costly roof and water damage.
• Inspect your roof at least twice a year (spring and fall).
For more information about roof deicing solutions in the Park City area, call a roof heating expert at Warmzone today (888.488.9276).
In addition to offering the industry’s most trusted solutions, Warmzone also includes free installation training, support and system design/layouts. Warmzone works with you throughout the process to help ensure that your system is installed correctly and performing as expected.
To learn about the many roof heating options that are available, call and speak with a roof heating expert today. We can customize your roof heating system to best meet your snow melting and budget needs. Call 888.488.9276 today.