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Avalon Building Concepts

5017 Division Ave S
4.69(
699
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•Approved Pro

Avalon Building Concepts

5017 Division Ave S
4.69(
699
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
116 local quotes requested

Avalon Roofing and Exteriors has 30 + years of experience in the Home Improvement Industry serving West Michigan homeowners. We are excited to offer a wide array of products and services for your home improvement needs. We offer extensive financing options to help you make your home improvement project a reality. We employ a team of experienced experts, both subcontractors and employees, to ensure your home improvement project is completed to the highest standards. We actively engage with our Industry Partners (Manufacturers and Suppliers) to bring you the most update products and installation techniques. We stand behind the home improvement services we provide. We are fully licensed and insured and employee a full time Quality Control staff who are on-site often throughout any project. We extend a 5 year base workmanship warranty on all services and offer many extended warranties on specific products.

"Well it doesnt leak"

Jake L on July 2024

Avalon Roofing and Exteriors has 30 + years of experience in the Home Improvement Industry serving West Michigan homeowners. We are excited to offer a wide array of products and services for your home improvement needs. We offer extensive financing options to help you make your home improvement project a reality. We employ a team of experienced experts, both subcontractors and employees, to ensure your home improvement project is completed to the highest standards. We actively engage with our Industry Partners (Manufacturers and Suppliers) to bring you the most update products and installation techniques. We stand behind the home improvement services we provide. We are fully licensed and insured and employee a full time Quality Control staff who are on-site often throughout any project. We extend a 5 year base workmanship warranty on all services and offer many extended warranties on specific products.

"Well it doesnt leak"

Jake L on July 2024

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Procraft

3214 W Sylvania Ave.
4.00(
1
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Procraft

3214 W Sylvania Ave.
4.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing

Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Roofing

DSS Contracting LLC

75 David Dr
4.80(
5
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DSS Contracting LLC

75 David Dr
4.80(
5
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

DSS Contracting LLC

DSS Contracting LLC

AB Edwards Restoration LLC

788 N Bay Port Rd
3.14(
7
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AB Edwards Restoration LLC

788 N Bay Port Rd
3.14(
7
)
Customers say: Terrific value
27 years of experience

Locally owned.

Locally owned.

BRITTON ROOFING

4964 N CLARE AVE
1.00(
1
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BRITTON ROOFING

4964 N CLARE AVE
1.00(
1
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48 years of experience

Medium crew specializing in small to medium sized flat roofing projects.

Medium crew specializing in small to medium sized flat roofing projects.

ALLSIZE Dumpster Rental

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ALLSIZE Dumpster Rental

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35 years of experience

ALLSIZE Dumpster Rental provides professional dumpster rental services and junk collection in the area of Detroit MI. For more information don't hesitate to call us. Garbage Removal, Trash Removal, Garbage Truck Service, Scrap Metal Removal, Waste Removal, Demolition Contractor, Fraser MI Garbage Collection, Garbage Dumpster, Affordable Dumpster Rental, Waste Management Dumpster Rental, Small Garbage Dumpster Rental http://allsizedumpsterrental.com/

ALLSIZE Dumpster Rental provides professional dumpster rental services and junk collection in the area of Detroit MI. For more information don't hesitate to call us. Garbage Removal, Trash Removal, Garbage Truck Service, Scrap Metal Removal, Waste Removal, Demolition Contractor, Fraser MI Garbage Collection, Garbage Dumpster, Affordable Dumpster Rental, Waste Management Dumpster Rental, Small Garbage Dumpster Rental http://allsizedumpsterrental.com/

JBR Metal Roofing

4922 Maplewood Dr
5.00(
1
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JBR Metal Roofing

4922 Maplewood Dr
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Triple J Construction

7511 Ash Rd
No reviews yet

Triple J Construction

7511 Ash Rd
No reviews yet
19 years of experience

We are a small, family owned business, which keeps your cost down. We are licensed and insured, we requrie 1/3 to 1/2 down depending on size of job.

We are a small, family owned business, which keeps your cost down. We are licensed and insured, we requrie 1/3 to 1/2 down depending on size of job.

Spanky's

7490 Shea
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Spanky's

7490 Shea
No reviews yet
25 years of experience

Spanky's has multipal service technicians available to service all your housing needs fom ground to sky. We also have larger crews for those larger projects like getting that new roof. Most jobs only take one day. Pricing is extremly competative in all areas.

Spanky's has multipal service technicians available to service all your housing needs fom ground to sky. We also have larger crews for those larger projects like getting that new roof. Most jobs only take one day. Pricing is extremly competative in all areas.

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ROOFERRARI L.L.C.

1268 Pinecrest Dr
5.00(
1
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ROOFERRARI L.L.C.

1268 Pinecrest Dr
5.00(
1
)
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

ROOFERRAI L.L.C: We're the artisans of elegance, providing high-quality, durable, and stylish roofing solutions. Elevate and renew your home's appeal with us! Your satisfaction is very important to us, 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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Very Professional, A-MAZING services with great customer satisfaction. Got my roofing and siding installed pretty fast! I would definitely hire these guys again!! 5Star rating"

Lance M on January 2024

ROOFERRAI L.L.C: We're the artisans of elegance, providing high-quality, durable, and stylish roofing solutions. Elevate and renew your home's appeal with us! Your satisfaction is very important to us, 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! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"Very Professional, A-MAZING services with great customer satisfaction. Got my roofing and siding installed pretty fast! I would definitely hire these guys again!! 5Star rating"

Lance M on January 2024

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Litchfield, MI

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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