Ice dams can be further exacerbated by shingles that roll up at the edge or filled gutters that further trap the water. Long answer: The problem might get worse Now some of you may be thinking to ...

Huge icicles hanging from your gutters? That could be a sign of an ice dam, and that could create problems for your house. Here's what to do.

Ice dams are often caused by a combination of clogged gutters and an uninsulated attic. The heat of the sun and any warm air escaping through your roof melt snow on the upper parts of the roof.

A well-maintained gutter system does more than just channel rainwater away from your home—it protects your foundation, roof, ...