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Weather Tamer

PO Box 4082
3.79(
19
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Approved Pro

Weather Tamer

PO Box 4082
3.79(
19
)
Approved Pro
1785 local quotes requested
64 years of experience

We are a Third Generation Company Since 1961. We have approximately 15 Employees. We Accept all Major Credit Cards and do offer financing including one year same as cash. Additional email - weathertamer@charter.net. Additional fax - (423) 344-3027. Additional phone - (423) 510-9933. Additional DBA - S E Webb Inc.

"Great very satisfied with the work"

Tim E on January 2024

We are a Third Generation Company Since 1961. We have approximately 15 Employees. We Accept all Major Credit Cards and do offer financing including one year same as cash. Additional email - weathertamer@charter.net. Additional fax - (423) 344-3027. Additional phone - (423) 510-9933. Additional DBA - S E Webb Inc.

"Great very satisfied with the work"

Tim E on January 2024


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Owens Construction Services LLC

9041 Hiwassee St
4.47(
45
)
Approved Pro

Owens Construction Services LLC

9041 Hiwassee St
4.47(
45
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
593 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Owens Construction Services, LLC is a fully licensed, insured, and bonded company specializing in exterior home improvements. We offer expert services in roofing, siding, gutters, doors, windows, decks, and fencing. As a state-licensed contractor, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship and are certified by industry-leading manufacturers such as GAF Roofing, Trex Decking, and Choice Decking.

"Very professional"

Bill J on April 2023

Owens Construction Services, LLC is a fully licensed, insured, and bonded company specializing in exterior home improvements. We offer expert services in roofing, siding, gutters, doors, windows, decks, and fencing. As a state-licensed contractor, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship and are certified by industry-leading manufacturers such as GAF Roofing, Trex Decking, and Choice Decking.

"Very professional"

Bill J on April 2023


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ECS Exterior Solutions

210 Lafayette Street
4.90(
72
)
Approved Pro

ECS Exterior Solutions

210 Lafayette Street
4.90(
72
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
1187 local quotes requested

ECS is a Full Service Exterior Solutions Company specializing in Certified Roofing, Professional Siding, Decks, seamless gutters and Interior/Exterior painting installations. Locally Owned and Operated. Over 23 years of experience Our main focus is to Provide each customer with quality material options, professional and certified installations by experienced personnel, and customer service excellence that provides peace of mind from the initial project assessment to the final project completion. ** We now offer financing**

"Great. We are selling the property snd need the install done as we start to show it. Robert got it in quick for us. We’re under contract and the buyer loves it!"

Andy E on October 2025

ECS is a Full Service Exterior Solutions Company specializing in Certified Roofing, Professional Siding, Decks, seamless gutters and Interior/Exterior painting installations. Locally Owned and Operated. Over 23 years of experience Our main focus is to Provide each customer with quality material options, professional and certified installations by experienced personnel, and customer service excellence that provides peace of mind from the initial project assessment to the final project completion. ** We now offer financing**

"Great. We are selling the property snd need the install done as we start to show it. Robert got it in quick for us. We’re under contract and the buyer loves it!"

Andy E on October 2025


Chattanooga Exteriors

179 Hamm Rd
4.22(
9
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Chattanooga Exteriors

179 Hamm Rd
4.22(
9
)
Customers say: True professional
11 years of experience

Owner operated. James Hardie Siding elite preferred installer. Our mission is to provide effective design solutions using only superior products while serving our clients in an ethical manner.

"It was easy. They worked with me from start to finish. The salesman Eric Widner was so patient and helpful as I had to select color, style etc. The installation crew leader Terry was very thorough. The project manager Dusty Mullins went above and beyond normal to make sure everything was the best it could be."

Diana C on May 2020

Owner operated. James Hardie Siding elite preferred installer. Our mission is to provide effective design solutions using only superior products while serving our clients in an ethical manner.

"It was easy. They worked with me from start to finish. The salesman Eric Widner was so patient and helpful as I had to select color, style etc. The installation crew leader Terry was very thorough. The project manager Dusty Mullins went above and beyond normal to make sure everything was the best it could be."

Diana C on May 2020


Hullco

7110 E Brainerd Rd
4.80(
83
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Hullco

7110 E Brainerd Rd
4.80(
83
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

The way we do things is uncommon. At Hullco, we are passionate about impacting our customers and our community. For more 40 years, we’ve provided a level of service that is different than the rest. We believe that doing the job right far outweighs just doing the job. At Hullco, we make it better for you.

"A fantastic job, I would never hesitate use or recommend Hulico for any future needs. I was so happy 1/2 way through the installation that I contracted for 3 additional doors. Very professional and work was top-notch."

Mike L on June 2018

The way we do things is uncommon. At Hullco, we are passionate about impacting our customers and our community. For more 40 years, we’ve provided a level of service that is different than the rest. We believe that doing the job right far outweighs just doing the job. At Hullco, we make it better for you.

"A fantastic job, I would never hesitate use or recommend Hulico for any future needs. I was so happy 1/2 way through the installation that I contracted for 3 additional doors. Very professional and work was top-notch."

Mike L on June 2018


ATLAS ROOFING

1700 Broad St
5.00(
4
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ATLAS ROOFING

1700 Broad St
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Specializing in residential and commercial roofing, Atlas Roofing Company can handle all of your roofing installations, repairs, and maintenance. Locally owned and operated, we understand the needs of our customers and provide them with quality service.

Specializing in residential and commercial roofing, Atlas Roofing Company can handle all of your roofing installations, repairs, and maintenance. Locally owned and operated, we understand the needs of our customers and provide them with quality service.


Scenic City Roofing

2069 River Canyon Road
No reviews yet

Scenic City Roofing

2069 River Canyon Road
No reviews yet
37 years of experience

Specializing in roofing and remodeling,serving the Tn and North Ga area for over twentyseven years.All work will be guaranteed with a written warranty.We offer senior,church and veterin discounts.We are an accredited business through the BBB,rated A-.Our company does not ask for any money up front,payment upon completeion when the customer is 100% satisfied,

Specializing in roofing and remodeling,serving the Tn and North Ga area for over twentyseven years.All work will be guaranteed with a written warranty.We offer senior,church and veterin discounts.We are an accredited business through the BBB,rated A-.Our company does not ask for any money up front,payment upon completeion when the customer is 100% satisfied,


Collins Building Materials

6570 US-41
No reviews yet

Collins Building Materials

6570 US-41
No reviews yet
49 years of experience

Collins Building Materials, in Jasper, TN, is the area's leading building supplies specialist serving Marion County, Middle Tennessee and surrounding areas since 1976. We offer paint, construction, roofing, drywall, plumbing, electric, windows, doors, pool and gardening supplies and much more. For all your building supplies needs, visit Collins Building Materials in Jasper, TN!

Collins Building Materials, in Jasper, TN, is the area's leading building supplies specialist serving Marion County, Middle Tennessee and surrounding areas since 1976. We offer paint, construction, roofing, drywall, plumbing, electric, windows, doors, pool and gardening supplies and much more. For all your building supplies needs, visit Collins Building Materials in Jasper, TN!


Bryan Pritchard Homes

7126 Garfield Rd
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Bryan Pritchard Homes

7126 Garfield Rd
No reviews yet
23 years of experience

Licensed general contractor covering all aspects of building, maintance or repairs associated with commercial, industrial, and residential building needs. This is a small, family owned company that uses subcontractors who are insured and specialized in each area. References are available upon request with opportunity to view homes built from the ground up or updated through remodeling projects. Jobs are priced according to individual customer needs.

Licensed general contractor covering all aspects of building, maintance or repairs associated with commercial, industrial, and residential building needs. This is a small, family owned company that uses subcontractors who are insured and specialized in each area. References are available upon request with opportunity to view homes built from the ground up or updated through remodeling projects. Jobs are priced according to individual customer needs.


David Lowe Roofing

343 County Road 420
4.80(
5
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David Lowe Roofing

343 County Road 420
4.80(
5
)
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have several employees that can a range of services from all areas of home construction

We have several employees that can a range of services from all areas of home construction

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Flat Rock, AL

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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