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Avatar for Green Valley Roofing Siding Windows
Green Valley Roofing Siding Windows
4.8(
146
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Our home was damaged by some spring storms and our insurance company said we were entitled to a new roof and siding. This can be a daunting task, who do you call? I saw Green Valley Roofing Siding & Windows online and I decided to email them about bids. From the very beginning I could tell customer service was a high priority for Green Valley. Maria answered my email the same afternoon and we got the ball rolling. We set an appointment and Scott came out and helped us through the process of picking shingles and siding. He didn’t rush us and answered any questions we had in a friendly and informed manner. We received the bids and got the roof scheduled. So far, so good! The roofing crew came out and did an excellent job and kept things cleaned up at the end of the day! Having a roof done can be intrusive, but they made it as painless as possible! Next we moved on to the siding, they kept things moving right along and it was barely intrusive for a major construction project. Both of the crews were friendly and any time we had questions they were more than willing to talk to us. Any other concerns or questions we had were taken care of by Maria or Scott and they would answer very quickly! My wife and I felt like they took care of us just as if we were members of their family, a very rare attitude in 2023! We couldn’t be happier with the results! From start to finish everyone working for Green Valley was top notch! The new roof and siding looks awesome! Choosing Green Valley for these projects was a slam dunk and I definitely recommend them to anyone looking for roofing and siding for their own house! Scott Z"
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+34

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Homestead Services LLC
4.0(
11
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave Orsi worked persistently to get our homeowners insurance to cover replacement for our leaky roof caused by wind and hail damage. Homestead’s crew did a good repair and eventually replacement shingling job Mark O."
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+32

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Iowa RoofPros
Iowa RoofPros
4.5(
72
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They arrived on time at 8:00am and completed tearing off and replacing the roof before 1:00pm.  I was very happy with the service.  They completely covered everything around the house before they started and cleaned up at the end.  The roof looks very good and have had no problems since the install.  The owner came back about 1 week later just to check I was having no problems.  Very good service and would highly recommend this business.
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cedar shake roofing replacement
New Melleray Abbey
New Melleray Abbey
Multi-family Bettendorf, Iowa
after cedar roof was replaced

+146

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Miguel Perez
5.0(
4
)
Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

One thing is certain, to ensure we give all of our customers a feeling that they are in control of the work done to their property. From roofs sidings, gutter, no matter what the customers needs come first and up to code quality material is installed. We are originally local here in the quad cities, new to the business, yet we have expanded into all of Iowa, Illinois and even South Dakota! Give Elite Exterior a call for your next project.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Modern Edge Construction, LLC.
5.0(
9
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Modern Edge Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Strawberry Point and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Remodeling - General Project
Fangmann’s Property Make Over
Roofing Project
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+83

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for PPC Roofing
PPC Roofing
4.3(
12
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so happy that we went with a local company for our hail damaged roof replacement. From the time we met with Rob, the owner, until our roof replacement was complete was one week. His crew was very nice, respectful, efficient and receptive to my observations / requests. I watched the entire tear off and most of the install and had absolutely no complaints about the manner in which the crew worked. They worked very hard and were very meticulous in their clean-up. We enjoy and maintain the gardens and flower beds around our house and had absolutely no complaints with how they treated our property. There were anywhere from 12-15 workers at any point in time on our roof (house and garage). Although Rob was not on scene for his crew’s work, he was reachable by phone/text all the time and immediately responded to my texts regarding a couple areas I asked to be addressed, even sending a couple crew members out on a Sunday to touch up a cosmetic issue. While we are still waiting for the downspouts and gutter guards to be replaced we now have a 25 year transferable warranty on our roof and their work completely stopped a leak we had been trying to fix for 2 years. Thank you! I would highly recommend PPC Roofing. Keep your business local!! It pays off."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
5,688
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The last was a rental company that we have and we used them for an air conditioning and heating system. It was Bototach Mechanical. It’s been a good program for us. They’re very responsive. I don’t know what the thought process was. My husband said, well let’s try these guys and so we did. We have an older home and it’s proved to be a very good deal. The quality has been pretty good, so I would give them an A for the quality. I will give you one helpful hint though. If the company decides they want to replace an appliance, you need to call them and negotiate with them because you can upgrade, but you need to talk to them in person not just do it over the internet."
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+2

Recommended by65%of homeowners
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R&J Solar LLC
5.0(
2
)
Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We provide residential and commercial solar power options, and provide support services for industry partner companies. We offer no cost consultations and $0 down financing. Please contact our office for a consultation at (931)922-8258.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eaton river rock and mulching
4.4(
7
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Heating Cable for Roof - Install

Serving Lowden, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good work!!! He came over sized up job and came the next day started installing river rock and got the job done in half the time I expected. If you are looking for a affordable company definitely hire Eaton river rock and mulching"
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Lowden, 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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