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Avatar for Innovative Roofing
Innovative Roofing
4.7(
27
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Remmy contacted me quickly and came out the next day to check out my roof. Over the phone I told him I had a newborn so he was nice and called when he was outside instead of ringing the doorbell in case my son was sleeping. For the inspection he showed me pictures of what was wrong and what they would do to fix it. Remmy and his crew came out and fixed the problem quickly as well as making sure there was no other problems. They will always be my first to come to if I have roofing problems."
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Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Marathon Services Inc
4.3(
205
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner, Paul Stoural, was wonderful about communicating with me through phone calls and text messages. Without him fighting USAA for our new roof for almost 2 years we would not have the roof today! We had 2 roof estimators come out from USAA and both claimed no recent hail damage even though we had pictures of the hail . Then Paul Stoural asked USAA for a civil engineer to come out and look at roof. USAA said civil engineer said no need for roof. Then Mr. Stoural said we might consider talking to retention department at USAA since we have been with them over 20 years. My husband did that and within the week USAA had approved the new roof. We had given USAA pictures of the golf ball size hail and they didn't care. The owner of Marathon, Paul Stoural, has been in business for over 17 years in Bellevue. His workers all did a good job of sweeping up at the end of the day since I was concerned with nails getting in my car tires. We also got new gutters on entire house. A great roofing company and wonderful people to work with. They had put on the vinyl siding too and it looks great too!"
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+4

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Alfa Y Omega
5.0(
7
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Customer service is above reproach. From their first visit, they listened to what I wanted and needed. They not only did everything I asked at a very reasonable price but they also notified me of damages to my house that I was not aware of. Insurance covered all of the roof damage luckily!! I would recommend this company to anyone for any size job. IN fact, I have plans for them to do some window replacements and paint the entire house later this year or next year."
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Gothic Barn
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+103

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Heartland Home
5.0(
7
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Heartland home was punctual and courteous for the estimate appointment and completed the repair himself while he was here. I will definitely use him in the future and would recommend him to my friends and neighbors. Thank you Angie for recommending this professional"
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Steel Framed House

+114

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Roberts Complete Restoration
4.8(
5
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I normally hate dealing with contractors but this was a surprisingly pleasant experience. I had dealt with so many liars and people trying to cheat me simply because I'm a woman. I was having leaks and could not figure out why. They were thorough and explained the process. I was comfortable enough to replace my whole roof after being educated on the problem and long term benefits. My house also feels cooler for some reason. Thanks again! I told my friends about these guys!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Manuel Kaibil Roofing
4.7(
6
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The siding was professionally installed. Manuel made special trips to Omaha for supplies when the shipment was wrong & sealed a roof vent that they noticed a different contractor had forgotten to caulk at no extra charge."
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+13

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Performance Roofing & Sheet Metal
4.5(
4
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a commercial and residential roofing company. Our number one product is our service. Residential contracts require no down payment. Payment is due at the completion of the project. There is nothing we cant do. Big, small, steep, flat, we do them all.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Serving Carson, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"AHS is ok. They cover repairs of most everything under the roof of your house. The companies that contract with them are not always the best. You call AHS with the issue, they send a fax to the repair company and give you the contact info. If they don't contact you within 24 hours, you call them. Sometimes they answer, sometimes they don't. When they arrive (usually three days or so later), they service the item. if it has issues within the 90 days, you call AHS again, they are sent out with no charge. If the serviceman decides the unit is unrepairable, AHS will allow you to choose a replacement from their listing (usually not as good as what you have) they will install and remove your old item, or give you wholesale amount to buy and install your own. Prices vary on what you want covered and what you want the copay to be, plus where you live. For me it is 49.99 per month with a 75.00 time of service order. You can have more than one item serviced at the same time under the same fee. If you have a SEAR product the repair guys are great. Not that wild about the other ones they send out. But it is a big savings compared to calling someone on your own. The cost of service is only the 75.00 copay."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Carson, IA

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.

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