Ice Dam Water Mitigation Near Me

When Roof Ice Backs Water Into the House

An ice dam forms when heat from the home melts snow on the roof and the water refreezes at the cold edge. Melt water behind the dam backs up under shingles and finds its way into the attic and walls.

A roofer or insulation contractor deals with the roof and attic. The crew removes the wet insulation and drywall and dries the framing, even in freezing weather. Call Water Mitigation Response Team at (888) 664-3027, 24/7, when ice dam water is inside.

• Water at the start: Category 1 melt water
• Where it enters: Eaves, exterior walls, attic edges
• What gets wet: Insulation, drywall, framing, trim
• Dry-out length: Three to seven days, often in cold weather

Signs of Ice Dam Water Damage

• Ice ridges and long icicles along the eaves
• Ceiling stains along exterior walls
• Water dripping from lights or vents near the eaves
• Peeling paint at the top of exterior walls
• Wet or compressed attic insulation
• Damp stains on soffits or siding

Drying a House After an Ice Dam

1. Locate the wet areas

   The technician inspects ceilings, wall tops and the attic edge with meters and a thermal camera.

2. Remove wet insulation

   Soaked insulation and loose drywall are removed so the framing can dry.

3. Control the conditions

   Dehumidifiers and heat-assisted drying work even when it is freezing outside, since cold air alone does not remove moisture.

4. Verify and log

   Daily readings continue until materials meet the IICRC S500 goal, with photos and logs for the claim.

What to Do Before the Crew Arrives

• Put buckets under drips and move furniture away.
• Turn off power to wet ceilings and light fixtures.
• Stay out from under any ceiling that sags.
• Keep the heat on to avoid frozen pipes.
• Photograph the ceilings, walls and the ice on the roof from the ground.

What to Expect From the Crew

• Cold weather does not stop the dry-out

  Drying equipment works inside heated space, so winter is no reason to wait.

• Insulation is checked

  Wet insulation holds water against framing. The crew removes what is soaked and flags what is damp.

• Roof work stays separate

  A roofer fixes the roof and a contractor handles attic insulation or ventilation, while the crew dries the house.

Ice Dam Water Mitigation Cost

Typical ice dam water damage costs about $1,200 to $5,000 to dry, and a leak that soaked several walls and the attic can pass $9,000. These are typical national ranges, not a quote.

• One ceiling or wall section: $1,200 to $3,000. Extraction, insulation removal and drying.
• Several rooms along eaves: $3,000 to $6,500. Adds drywall removal and more equipment.
• Attic and multiple walls: $6,500 to $11,000. Heavy insulation removal and drying.

What changes the price

• Length of eaves affected
• Insulation and drywall that must be removed
• How long melt water kept coming
• Attic access and ceiling height

For a rough number, try the water mitigation cost calculator.

Insurance Records for Ice Dam Water Mitigation

A deductible comes off the top of any payment. On a small loss the mitigation bill and the deductible can sit close together, so some owners get a written scope before deciding whether to file.

Coverage depends on your policy, so check with your own insurer.

Ice Dam Water Mitigation by City

Busy cities for this service. Every town has its own page.

• Houston, TX
• Sacramento, CA
• Los Angeles, CA
• Atlanta, GA
• Philadelphia, PA
• Chicago, IL
• San Antonio, TX
• Phoenix, AZ
• Oklahoma City, OK
• Charlotte, NC
• San Diego, CA
• Austin, TX

Ice Dam Water Mitigation by State

• Alabama
• Alaska
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• California
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• Florida
• Georgia
• Hawaii
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Maryland
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Montana
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New Mexico
• New York
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island
• South Carolina
• South Dakota
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Vermont
• Virginia
• Washington
• Washington DC
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

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• Window Well Flooding Water Mitigation

  Pump-out and drying when a window well fills, leaks through the window or floods an egress opening.

• Gutter and Downspout Overflow Water Mitigation

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• Roof Leak Water Mitigation

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• Rain Intrusion Water Mitigation

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