by MN Leafless Gutters | Dec 30, 2022 | Ice Dams MN, Roof Snow Removal MN
And so, it begins again–another cold weather season that makes Minnesota, well, Minnesota. Most of us would like to be able to focus on the more pleasant things–cross country skiing, snowmobiling, spending time with family in front of a nice fire, ice fishing, ice hockey–rather than the realities of snow removal and ice dams and the damage they can do to our houses. In Minnesota, we know how to take the good with the bad, and the bad of ice dams is matched with the good of Minnesota Leafless Gutters. In addition to providing a wide selection of gutter system styles that help your home more efficiently move water away from your house, we provide an essential ice dam removal service that addresses the unsavory reality that ice dams represent. When snow accumulates on the roof of a house, the layer that sits on the roof melts when it comes in contact with the relatively warm roof. Read Full Post
by MN Leafless Gutters | Nov 4, 2022 | Ice Dams MN, Leafless Gutter Systems, Seamless Gutters
Snow is just a part of life in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. There is really nothing to do about it, just prepare. For most of the year, our team installs and repairs seamless gutter systems, but as winter approaches, we want to share another service that we offer. Ice dams are an issue in our area each and every winter and can cause serious roof damage to your home. In addition to seamless gutter design and installation, we also specialize in roofing repair, and ice dam prevention and removal in St Paul.
An ice dam can form when the snow and ice that falls melts and then refreezes on your roof. One potential cause for this is that your attic may be too warm. The warm air from your attic melts the ice and snow and then more snow and ice falls, outdoor temperatures drop Read Full Post
by MN Leafless Gutters | Jun 17, 2022 | Gutter Guards, Leafless Gutter Systems
As with most of your home’s components, your gutters can develop some issues over time. The most common problem, which many homeowners are familiar with, is gutter clogging. This occurs when leaves, pine needles and other loose debris start settling inside your gutters. Clogs and blockages affect your gutters’ performance by inhibiting drainage, causing water to back up and eventually overflow. This can cause damage to your foundation and water can enter your basement. Here are a few of the many excellent reasons why a gutter protection system is an ideal investment for your home: Read Full Post
by MN Leafless Gutters | Jan 29, 2021 | Ice Dams MN, Roof Snow Removal MN
As the cold, frigid air moves in, we begin to think about what we need to do to prepare for winter. For many homes in Minnesota, ice dams quickly become a costly problem that can cause a tremendous amount of damage if left untreated. This winter, it’s important to know the right number to call should an ice dam start forming on your roof. At Minnesota Leafless Gutters, we can handle all of your ice dam needs Read Full Post
by MN Leafless Gutters | Jun 10, 2020 | Failing Gutter Replacement, Foundation Water Damage, Gutter Guards, Gutter Installation Contractor, Heated Gutters, Ice Dams MN, Leafless Gutter Systems, Roof Snow Removal MN, Seamless Gutter Installation, Seamless Gutter Services
Minnesota is known for one thing more than any other – cold weather. The average low temperatures in the winter are between 0-15 degrees Fahrenheit and the average highs are between 19-30 degrees. That means that, for the vast majority of winter, temperatures remain well below freezing. So, it makes sense that the moisture that falls stays frozen and can remain on your roof or in your gutters for an extended period of time. This can cause significant problems Read Full Post