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On Top Roofing
4.6(
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On Top Roofing did an excellent job. They arrived on time and cleaned up completely before they left. This was the second job they did for me over several years and their workmanship continues to be excellent."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Willard Co
4.6(
164
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1873

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fantastic! The estimate was clear and detailed appropriately. The product selection was high quality and appropriate for our project. The roof project ended up taking 1.5 days and not the originally estimated single day but I was pleased they didn't try to reschedule the remainder and instead simply arrived the next morning, completed the work, and cleaned up the yard well."
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+13

Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Newton Roofing Residential
4.3(
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Newton Roofing Residential. In 2014, they replaced the entire roof on my home with high quality materials, in a safe and timely manner, and at a very competitive price. In 2020, I decided to address another need - my aging second floor porch, which serves as a roof to the first floor porch below. It was becoming increasingly unsafe due to wood rot, with a soft floor and loose railings. Given my positive customer experience in 2014, calling Newton Roofing in 2020 was an easy decision - I did not get quotes from any other company. Rich came out and provided a detailed explanation of the materials and labor needed to replace the porch and to install new railings that best match the style of my home, and he followed up with a very competitive quote for the project. Gus and Julio were the on-site team who completed the project and their work was exceptional. Both men were incredibly skilled and meticulous, and thoroughly impressed me with their attention to detail at every point in the project. They worked on my home as if it were their own, which I greatly appreciated. I was so pleased with their knowledgeable and experienced craftsmanship. As you can see, I am a very satisfied Newton Roofing Residential customer!"
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+26

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Roofer's Edge & Siding Inc
4.5(
66
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. From initial contact Roofer's Edge was responsive. The installation crew was excellent and the gutters blend in with the trim color and are barely noticeable. We would definitely recommend them without hesitation."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Construction LLC
4.9(
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adam Vaillancourt Roofing was the 3rd roofer to inspect my very simple repair job (replacing a single edge shingle) and the estimator (Adam) was the only one of the 3 to offer a repair right away. I hired him on the spot and he completed the job in about 1/2 hour for less than what the others quoted. Very happy with the outcome. Would hire this roofer again."
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+7

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Robert Evans Jr. Contracting
Robert Evans Jr. Contracting
4.9(
61
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be more satisfied with the work done by Robert Evans Jr. Contracting. The price was fair, the work was exceptional. The crew was obviously very experienced and was very meticulous about their work. The crew chief kept me informed of their progress, any issues they found and how they were addressed. They did an excellent job cleaning up the entire site before leaving. Within a couple of hours of my initial contact I had a date for a visit to review the project and provide an estimate. I received the estimate later that day by email and was pleasantly surprised by the reasonable quote and timing was only two weeks and that it would be a two day job. The crew arrived exactly two weeks later and at the end of the first day all of the original roof was stripped and 80% of the installation of the underlayment, shingles and trim was complete. They finished on day two, and after they finished the entire crew did a site walk around looking for anything they had missed. I would definitely recommend Robert Evans Jr. Contracting for all your roofing needs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D E Roofsmiths
5.0(
22
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were looking for help with cleaning out our clogged gutters, and DE Roofsmiths (in particular, Damion) did an excellent job. He was prompt, thorough, and careful. He communicated clearly with us about what the work entailed and completed it on time. The roof vent that he used to replace our old one was much better than what our contractor originally installed."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Legacy Roofing
5.0(
29
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lifetime Roofing is an outstanding contractor. The work was excellent, the price was fair and their communication was exceptional. After a heavy rainstorm, water was leaking into my house. Paul from Lifetime Roofing got back to me very quickly and, after an inspection, recommended that the flashing be replaced in one area of the roof. I was impressed that Paul kept in constant email contact through the contracting and scheduling process, answering all my questions. The crew was professional and skilled and completed the work in one day and did a terrific job. After the work was completed, Paul even followed up after a rainstorm to make sure no water had leaked into the house. None did. It was a very positive experience and I highly recommend this company. I will be using them for all my future roofing needs."
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+7

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Socel Company
5.0(
21
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Jamaica Plain, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Socel Company in the spring for a structural repair to my deck, and then brought them back this winter for a larger job. Celio understood that we wanted to save as much of the existing deck structure as we could in our project and helped us do that rather than trying to upsell us to a complete rebuild. The crew was excellent -- professional, considerate, and clean (my yard has never been so clean!), and the final product looks great."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Jamaica Plain, MA

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 Jamaica Plain, MA homeowners’ guide to heating cable for roof installations

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