Top-rated heating cable for roof installers.

Get matched with top heating cable for roof installers in Anacortes, WA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Heating cable for roof installers in Anacortes

RT Total Lawn Care

4.42(
24
)
•Approved Pro

RT Total Lawn Care

4.42(
24
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2620 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Raphael and his team were great. They built a Hog wire fence and had it up within 1.5 days. Great quality and workmanship. I will definitely reach out to them again for other outdoor projects."

Thia M on July 2025

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Raphael and his team were great. They built a Hog wire fence and had it up within 1.5 days. Great quality and workmanship. I will definitely reach out to them again for other outdoor projects."

Thia M on July 2025

Albina General Remodeling

No reviews yet

Albina General Remodeling

No reviews yet
Emergency services offered

We have been in the construction business for over 20 years. If you can dream it we can make it happen for you. I promise that you will want to work with us instead of the other people because of just 1 thing and that would be our warranty. We don't give you the regular 1 year and so on. We are so confident and amazing at what we do that you can call 5 years down the road and we will come fix it.

We have been in the construction business for over 20 years. If you can dream it we can make it happen for you. I promise that you will want to work with us instead of the other people because of just 1 thing and that would be our warranty. We don't give you the regular 1 year and so on. We are so confident and amazing at what we do that you can call 5 years down the road and we will come fix it.

2 Dogs NW

1025 S 15th St
4.64(
11
)

2 Dogs NW

1025 S 15th St
4.64(
11
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

2 Dogs NW consists of myself and one part-time employee. We tend to specialize in difficult to diagnose leaks and water intrusion events, to include insurance related damages. Common maintenance repairs include Water Heater replacement, Garbage Disposal replacement, installation of consumer-acquired lighting fixtures, shelving and just about anything else one might buy yet find themselves uncomfortable in attempting to install. Additional questions? - info@twodogsnw.com.

2 Dogs NW consists of myself and one part-time employee. We tend to specialize in difficult to diagnose leaks and water intrusion events, to include insurance related damages. Common maintenance repairs include Water Heater replacement, Garbage Disposal replacement, installation of consumer-acquired lighting fixtures, shelving and just about anything else one might buy yet find themselves uncomfortable in attempting to install. Additional questions? - info@twodogsnw.com.

Champion Roofing

814 S 11th St
5.00(
4
)

Champion Roofing

814 S 11th St
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Cima Construction

5356 Guide Meridian
No reviews yet

Cima Construction

5356 Guide Meridian
No reviews yet
18 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

Able Young Bucks

326
No reviews yet

Able Young Bucks

326
No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

Able Young Bucks is a multi use company that prides its self in good hard honest work. We have spent most of our lives doing professional work around the country. We are skilled and very efficient. Can always count on us too show up on time every time and contact you if anything changes. Always straightforward and charge you a far price. Just a small list of the projects we do: * Hardscaping * Retaining walls * Window washing and repair * Gutter cleaning, repair and installation * Indoor and outdoor painting * Small electrical work * Demolition * Water damage restoration * Moving, hauling and evictions * Roof and flashing repair * Framing and other wood repair work * And all other seasonal jobs

Able Young Bucks is a multi use company that prides its self in good hard honest work. We have spent most of our lives doing professional work around the country. We are skilled and very efficient. Can always count on us too show up on time every time and contact you if anything changes. Always straightforward and charge you a far price. Just a small list of the projects we do: * Hardscaping * Retaining walls * Window washing and repair * Gutter cleaning, repair and installation * Indoor and outdoor painting * Small electrical work * Demolition * Water damage restoration * Moving, hauling and evictions * Roof and flashing repair * Framing and other wood repair work * And all other seasonal jobs

Pioneers Roofing

Unknown
No reviews yet

Pioneers Roofing

Unknown
No reviews yet
30 years of experience

Family owned and operated, we perform all levels of Roofing, Siding, and Decks We offer start-to-finish solutions for every project. We specialize in all of your Roofing Needs as well as sliding and decks We guarantee high-quality construction for each and every project. Check out samples of our recent work,and you'll agree that we're the best choice for your home renovation project.

Family owned and operated, we perform all levels of Roofing, Siding, and Decks We offer start-to-finish solutions for every project. We specialize in all of your Roofing Needs as well as sliding and decks We guarantee high-quality construction for each and every project. Check out samples of our recent work,and you'll agree that we're the best choice for your home renovation project.

Golden Craft Construction

No reviews yet

Golden Craft Construction

No reviews yet
8 years of experience

Welcome to Golden Craft Construction, where we go to great lengths to understand our clients' visions and bring them to life. With over 8 years of experience, we specialize in quality construction and are based in the Pacific Northwest. Let us help build your dream project.

Welcome to Golden Craft Construction, where we go to great lengths to understand our clients' visions and bring them to life. With over 8 years of experience, we specialize in quality construction and are based in the Pacific Northwest. Let us help build your dream project.

Pro-Style Roofing and Construction

808 Hinotes Ct
No reviews yet

Pro-Style Roofing and Construction

808 Hinotes Ct
No reviews yet

We are a new and business with tons of roofing experience, we offer free estimates for all types of roofing projects, friendly, professional service, senior discounts offered.

We are a new and business with tons of roofing experience, we offer free estimates for all types of roofing projects, friendly, professional service, senior discounts offered.

High Performance Homes

914 D St NE
No reviews yet

High Performance Homes

914 D St NE
No reviews yet
18 years of experience

High Performance Homes (HPHP) specializes in exterior remodels; Windows, Roofing and Siding.

High Performance Homes (HPHP) specializes in exterior remodels; Windows, Roofing and Siding.

...
Showing 1-10 of 103
FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Anacortes, WA

A typical heat cable uses 5 watts per foot, regardless of the outside temperature. So, if your cable is 100 feet long, it uses 500 watts per hour. Expect to pay an additional $40 to $200 or more per month on your electricity bill. Be sure to turn manual cables off in the summer when you don't need them.

To install heat tape on your roof, place it along the lower edge in a precise zig-zag pattern to maximize coverage and heat distribution. Professional installers secure the tape with specialized clips that attach firmly to your shingles. This method ensures even heat distribution to effectively melt ice and snow while maintaining your roof's integrity during severe winter conditions.

Choosing between heated gutters and roof heating cables usually comes down to budget, appearance, and performance. Heated gutters cost less to install and blend seamlessly with your home’s exterior, making them a discreet, lower-cost option for preventing ice dams. Roof heating cables deliver more customizable and powerful heat along roof edges to handle heavy snow and ice, but they require more material and labor, increasing your upfront investment. Evaluate your roof design, winter weather demands, and energy budget to select the system that works best for your property.

Roof heating cables prevent ice dams by melting snow and stopping ice buildup at the roof edge. Ice damming occurs when melting snow refreezes on a cold roof—often right above the gutter line—and blocks water from draining, which can force moisture under shingles into your home. Heating cables maintain a warm channel that clears ice dams as soon as they form and protects your roof from water damage and structural issues.

Roof heating cables last between two and ten years before replacement is needed, wearing out faster than your roof itself. Their lifespan depends on climate severity, cable type, and exposure to physical damage. Consistent inspections and preventative maintenance—such as clearing debris, tightening clips, and checking electrical connections—can extend their service life and ensure reliable snow and ice protection each winter.

To safely remove snow from your roof, start with a specially designed roof rake, standing firmly on the ground and pulling snow downhill rather than climbing onto the roof. You can also apply calcium chloride ice melt to break up stubborn ice or gently use a secured rope from a safe vantage point. 

Keep in mind that large snow slabs can weigh hundreds of pounds and pose a serious fall risk. If conditions are hazardous or you lack the right equipment, hire a professional to protect your safety and your roof’s integrity.

The Anacortes, WA homeowners’ guide to heating cable for roof installations

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles
  • A farmhouse in Autumn

    Discover how much roof replacement costs in Michigan based on the price of materials, labor, permits, and inspections with our comprehensive cost guide.

  • Roofing contractor replacing the old shingles

    Discover how roof pitch, shape, labor, and materials influence roof replacement costs with our guide to roof replacement costs in New Jersey.

  • Two workers replacing broken tiles

    HomeAdvisor's Texas roof replacement guide explores how much it costs to replace a roof in Texas. Find out how much you'll spend to replace your roof by type, pitch, and location.

  • roof view of residential home in California

    HomeAdvisor’s California Roof Cost Guide covers the cost of a new roof in California, based on the city, roof size, and material. Use our guide to estimate your roof replacement cost in California.

  • roof view of residential home in florida

    HomeAdvisor’s Florida Roof Cost Guide covers the average roof replacement cost in Florida, based on the city, roof size, and material. Use our guide to estimate your Florida roof replacement cost

  • asphalt shingle roof on house

    Explore shingle roof replacement costs and how key factors like roof size, shingle type, and labor impact the total cost of your roofing project.