Ice Dam Removal & Prevention in Milford, Fairfield & Nearby Areas

Safe Snow & Ice Removal for Connecticut Roofs

Winters in Connecticut can be tough on roofs. When heavy snowfall is followed by freezing temperatures, ice dams can form along your roofline and quickly turn into interior leaks.

Ice dams can force melting snow back underneath your shingles, leading to leaks, insulation damage, and costly interior repairs. When snow melts and refreezes along the roof edge, it forms an ice ridge that blocks proper drainage. Water trapped behind that ridge has nowhere to go but inside your home.

If you’re seeing thick ice at your eaves, Brown Roofing is here to help. We provide professional ice dam removal using a safe, controlled method that protects your shingles while resolving the problem efficiently.

Our Ice Dam Removal Process

1. Careful Roof Snow Clearing

Excess snow feeds ice dams. Our team removes snow from affected roof areas to reduce continued melting and refreezing. This helps stop the dam from growing and prepares the surface for treatment.

2. Calcium Chloride Ice Melt Application

After clearing snow, we place professional-grade calcium chloride pucks along the roofline—typically every four feet just above the ice dam.

As the calcium chloride dissolves, it melts channels through the ice. These channels allow trapped water to drain safely off the roof instead of backing up beneath your shingles.

• Relieves pressure behind the ice dam
• Allows proper drainage
• Minimizes risk to shingles
• Avoids mechanical scraping or chipping

Why You Shouldn't Try to Remove Ice Dams Yourself

We’ve had many homeowners come to us after trying to knock ice loose with a shovel or hammer. Unfortunately, that often leads to cracked shingles, damaged gutters, or even serious injury. Icy roofs are slippery and dangerous. Letting our trained crews handle it safely can prevent:

• Cracked or torn shingles
• Damaged gutters and flashing
• Hidden roof leaks
• Dangerous falls from icy surfaces

Common Signs of Ice Dams:

• Thick ice buildup along the eaves
• Large or recurring icicles
• Water stains on ceilings or walls
• Damp attic insulation
• Leaks during freeze-thaw cycles

If you live in Milford, Fairfield, Trumbull or nearby towns and notice these ice dam symptoms, it’s best to let the professionals at Brown Roofing address them before the damage spreads.

Ice Dam Removal FAQs

Need Ice Dam Removal in Milford or a Nearby Area?

Don’t wait for a small ice problem to turn into a major repair. Brown Roofing is the trusted roofer for professional ice dam removal and all your winter roof care needs. We offer free estimates for ice dam removal and roof repair services in Fairfield, Milford, Trumbull, Monroe, Newtown, Stamford, Bridgeport, Waterbury, New Haven, Naugatuck, and surrounding areas.

Call 1-203-723-1372 today to schedule service or request an appointment online.

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