Many roof leaks are the direct result of snow and ice buildup in the gutter or along the roof edge. These ice dams create excessive pressure on the roofing material, lifting and damaging the seal. When the ice melts, the water has no path to the gutter and/or downspout and infiltrates into the structure.
BlueHeat Roof & Gutter Ice Melting Cables
Many roof leaks are the direct result of snow and ice buildup in the gutter or along the roof edge. These ice dams create excessive pressure on the roofing material, lifting and damaging the seal. When the ice melts, the water has no path to the gutter and/or downspout and infiltrates into the structure.The Major Causes of Roof Damage
When used to melt ice in gutters, BlueHeat cables are double traced for maximum performance. DS-2 clips are used to ensure proper spacing. One clip every 1-2 feet is recommended. Hanger Kits are used at the top of the downspout to prevent wear on the cable at the turn. Two DS-2 clips are used every foot when heating in a downspout. The BlueHeat cables can be controlled by manual timers or automatic sensors. The gutter-mounted snow switch is the best activation device available and recommended for gutter
snow and ice melting cables.
BlueHeat ice melting cables can be retrofit onto existing roofs to prevent icicles and ice dams from forming. BlueHeat cables are most effective when used on the roof eave in conjunction with an automated ice sensor. The gutter-mounted snow switch (shown below) is the most effective sensor because it activates when it detects run-off from the roof, moisture in the air, and only when the temperature drops below 38 degrees.
Warmzone cable systems for melting ice and snow in gutters and on roofs are controlled by gutter-mounted, automatic switches. These automatic sensors are activated when moisture and low temperatures are present. These controllers are used to obtain maximum performance out of the ice melting cables. The systems are only turned on when necessary, thus conserving energy and money.
- Snow builds up on the roof
- Heat from the roof surface conducts up through the roof
- Compressed snow forms ice dams in the valleys
- Melted snow runs down the roof line to the eaves
- The melted snow re-freezes at the eaves and layers of ice build up dams and hazardous icicles
- Water accumulation causes leaks and interior damage
BlueHeat ice melting cables are a great solution for preventing ice from damaging roofs and gutters. Heating gutters with BlueHeat cables will save energy and save you money. The BlueHeat system is activated by a gutter-mounted switch that activates the system only when moisture and low temperatures are present. Other systems available, like Heat Trace Tape, are constantly on, 24 hours a day, wasting energy and increasing your electric bill.
When used to melt ice in gutters, BlueHeat cables are double traced for maximum performance. DS-2 clips are used to ensure proper spacing. One clip every 1-2 feet is recommended. Hanger Kits are used at the top of the downspout to prevent wear on the cable at the turn. Two DS-2 clips are used every foot when heating in a downspout. The BlueHeat cables can be controlled by manual timers or automatic sensors. The gutter-mounted snow switch is the best activation device available and recommended for gutter
snow and ice melting cables.
BlueHeat ice melting cables can be retrofit onto existing roofs to prevent icicles and ice dams from forming. BlueHeat cables are most effective when used on the roof eave in conjunction with an automated ice sensor. The gutter-mounted snow switch (shown below) is the most effective sensor because it activates when it detects run-off from the roof, moisture in the air, and only when the temperature drops below 38 degrees.Warmzone cable systems for melting ice and snow in gutters and on roofs are controlled by gutter-mounted, automatic switches. These automatic sensors are activated when moisture and low temperatures are present. These controllers are used to obtain maximum performance out of the ice melting cables. The systems are only turned on when necessary, thus conserving energy and money.