What Causes Ice Dams and How to Safely Deal With Them
Ice dams are a costly and dangerous condition for your home to experience. With the arrival of winter, and one expected to deliver large amounts of snow and ice in certain areas, preparing for ice dams is important for the integrity of your home’s roof.In this article we will explore what causes ice dams, why […]
Continue reading5 Winter Gutter Repair & Maintenance Tips for Homeowners
When you’re getting your home ready for the winter, it’s all too easy to overlook your gutter system. It’s a part of your home’s exterior that most homeowners fail to really pay attention to — until something goes wrong with it.Whether it’s leaking seamless gutters, ice dams, or any other problem, it’s imperative to inspect […]
Continue readingHow De-Ice Gutters and Prevent Ice Dams Like a Pro
On average, Long Island sees more than two feet of snowfall each winter. That’s an awful lot for your roof to deal with. It’s also a major challenge for your home’s gutter system. But the snow itself isn’t the biggest winter threat your home faces.The real threat is the ice dam formation and ice buildup […]
Continue readingDiscover How to Prevent Water Damage This Winter
If you live in the Northeastern United States, winter can be the worst time of year for your home. Not only do you have to deal with snow and ice, but the ensuing water damage can lead to thousands of dollars of home repair costs. Between pipes freezing and bursting, the resulting flooding, and ice dams; […]
Continue readingIce Dams Got You Spooked?…Gutter Guards in the Winter Can Help
While ice dams can be beautiful and picturesque to the first timer or occasional visitor to the Long Island area, we know as residents that they can be dangerous and costly — but gutter guards in the winter can help. At Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island, we’ve been helping homeowners since 1965 take care […]
Continue readingIce in the Gutters…What’s the Problem?
Many people who don’t live in the North East tend to associate wintertime with snow angels, hot chocolate by the fireplace, and special moments with the family. But if you live on Long Island, you know all too well that snow and frigid weather can represent a host of problems, including ice in the gutters, […]
Continue readingHow Can I Extend the Roof Life on My Home?
Looking to extend the roof life on your home and maximize the ROI? The team at Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island can help! Before we dive into the key steps you can take to extend the roof life on your home, it’s important you understand the factors that can determine how long your […]
Continue readingWhat Causes Ice Damming? Hint: This Doesn’t Involve Your Gutters
Oh no!…few things are worse than coming home from a long day of work to discover a waterfall streaming down your walls or massive pools of water on your hardwood floors. You call a plumber because there’s obviously a problem with a busted pipe or something. To your dismay, the plumber discovers no plumbing problem […]
Continue readingWhy Getting Your Frozen Gutters Cleaned Is Important
Long Island homeowners are no strangers to frigid weather that sometimes batters homes leaving mounds of snow on roofs and frozen ice in gutters. If this happens, you may ask “Do I need to clean my frozen gutters?” Or should you just leave the ice to melt on its own? As pretty as frozen ice in […]
Continue reading6 Chillingly Important Winter Home Maintenance Tips
Stay cool this cold season and keep your home in peak condition with Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island’s top winter maintenance tips. From heating system maintenance to roof checks, gutter cleaning, and repairs — we’ll share the top winter maintenance tips to prevent chilling and expensive consequences. to learn our six […]
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