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Heating cable for roof installers in Montpelier

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Lincoln Peak Properties
5197 Main Street
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Lincoln Peak Properties
5197 Main Street
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22 years of experience

Lincoln Peak Properties offers expert exterior painting and roofing services, ensuring your home looks stunning while providing durable protection against the elements for lasting beauty and value!

Lincoln Peak Properties offers expert exterior painting and roofing services, ensuring your home looks stunning while providing durable protection against the elements for lasting beauty and value!


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Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Construction LLC
45 Emerson Rd
4.71(
70
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Adam Vaillancourt Roofing & Construction LLC
45 Emerson Rd
4.71(
70
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
1051 local quotes requested

Adam Vaillancourt Roofing and Construction is a family owned and operated roofing company. We are the NH Roofing Contractor that customers can believe in and trust. We provide the highest quality of craftsmanship in the most efficient and timely manner. We specialize in residential roofing, commercial roofing, and replacement windows. With over 20 years’ experience and thousands of satisfied customers we are the NH roofing company and MA roofing company that residents and businesses turn to. When looking for a roofing contractor for Replacement roofing or roofing repairs, look no further than Adam Vaillancourt Roofing. We are ready for your business.

"Everything from the phone call to set up the appointment to the expected wait time for the job to be addressed to the completed project was handled in a professional yet friendly manner. The estimate was explained well and appropriate expectation was set as to the time involved to complete the project and when the job could be scheduled."

Lynda V on December 2024

Adam Vaillancourt Roofing and Construction is a family owned and operated roofing company. We are the NH Roofing Contractor that customers can believe in and trust. We provide the highest quality of craftsmanship in the most efficient and timely manner. We specialize in residential roofing, commercial roofing, and replacement windows. With over 20 years’ experience and thousands of satisfied customers we are the NH roofing company and MA roofing company that residents and businesses turn to. When looking for a roofing contractor for Replacement roofing or roofing repairs, look no further than Adam Vaillancourt Roofing. We are ready for your business.

"Everything from the phone call to set up the appointment to the expected wait time for the job to be addressed to the completed project was handled in a professional yet friendly manner. The estimate was explained well and appropriate expectation was set as to the time involved to complete the project and when the job could be scheduled."

Lynda V on December 2024


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Vermont Construction Company
182 Hegeman Avenue
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Vermont Construction Company
182 Hegeman Avenue
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429 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

Vermont Construction is a leading roofing and siding contractor, specializing in residential asphalt and standing seam roofs. We provide fast, reliable service with estimates delivered within 24 hours and most roofs completed in just one day. As one of the few Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractors in Vermont, we offer unmatched quality backed by a 50-year manufacturer warranty and a 10-year craftsmanship warranty, ensuring long-lasting protection for your home. Working with Vermont Construction is simple, efficient, and hassle-free.

Vermont Construction is a leading roofing and siding contractor, specializing in residential asphalt and standing seam roofs. We provide fast, reliable service with estimates delivered within 24 hours and most roofs completed in just one day. As one of the few Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractors in Vermont, we offer unmatched quality backed by a 50-year manufacturer warranty and a 10-year craftsmanship warranty, ensuring long-lasting protection for your home. Working with Vermont Construction is simple, efficient, and hassle-free.


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East Peak Roofing
3452 Richville Road
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East Peak Roofing
3452 Richville Road
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350 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

East Peak Roofing is a full-service Vermont based roofing company that takes pride in our quality craftsmanship and our great reputation. We specialize in all types of roofs that bring out the natural beauty of New England Homes. These include shingles, standing seam metal, metal shingles, cedar, and more. East Peaks commitment to provide and install only the very best home improvement products is our guarantee. We go beyond what is required by the manufacturer with our installation standards. If you are looking for a new roof of superior quality, you have come to the right place.

East Peak Roofing is a full-service Vermont based roofing company that takes pride in our quality craftsmanship and our great reputation. We specialize in all types of roofs that bring out the natural beauty of New England Homes. These include shingles, standing seam metal, metal shingles, cedar, and more. East Peaks commitment to provide and install only the very best home improvement products is our guarantee. We go beyond what is required by the manufacturer with our installation standards. If you are looking for a new roof of superior quality, you have come to the right place.


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Big Als Roofing
P.O. Box 183
4.41(
22
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Big Als Roofing
P.O. Box 183
4.41(
22
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Customers say: Quality work
250 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

At Big Als Roofing, we offer 24-hour emergency service and have veteran and senior citizen discounts available. For the quickest response, call us directly at (802) 324-8077 and mention Angie's List! FREE estimates. Big Als Roofing specializes in all types of roofing, siding, decks, additions, remodeling, and snow plowing. We do it all! We pride ourselves on our professionalism, honesty, cleanliness, and quality of work. We are always aiming for happy customers! During COVID-19 we are taking steps to ensure the health and safety of all customers. This includes using smaller crews, limiting contact and taking more phone calls or texts instead of face-to-face.

"Big Al's Roofing was very responsive to my questions. The budget was reasonable and covered all normal expenses. They showed up when promised and worked quickly, given the weather conditions (early April). They completed the job when promised and left my yard clean. The roof looks great - a professional job all around. Highly recommended."

Dereck W on April 2022

At Big Als Roofing, we offer 24-hour emergency service and have veteran and senior citizen discounts available. For the quickest response, call us directly at (802) 324-8077 and mention Angie's List! FREE estimates. Big Als Roofing specializes in all types of roofing, siding, decks, additions, remodeling, and snow plowing. We do it all! We pride ourselves on our professionalism, honesty, cleanliness, and quality of work. We are always aiming for happy customers! During COVID-19 we are taking steps to ensure the health and safety of all customers. This includes using smaller crews, limiting contact and taking more phone calls or texts instead of face-to-face.

"Big Al's Roofing was very responsive to my questions. The budget was reasonable and covered all normal expenses. They showed up when promised and worked quickly, given the weather conditions (early April). They completed the job when promised and left my yard clean. The roof looks great - a professional job all around. Highly recommended."

Dereck W on April 2022


Vermont Roofing Inc
118 Spruce St
2.50(
6
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Vermont Roofing Inc
118 Spruce St
2.50(
6
)
68 years of experience

Locations in Rutland County, VT, Bennington County, VT and Berkshire County, MA Vermont Roofing Company has served the roofing needs of communities throughout Vermont and Northern Massachusetts since 1957. We’ve lasted this long using traditional values: dependable service, high quality workmanship and fair pricing. We are fully licensed and insured including liability, property, and worker’s compensation. Whether it’s residential or commercial, from new construction to established structures, simple leaks to complete roof replacements, we are your professional choice. Vermont Roofing Company gladly repairs, services and installs roofing systems throughout Rutland and Bennington Counties in Vermont, as well as throughout Berkshire County in Massachusetts. Including Pittsfield, Williamstown, North Adams, and Great Barrington. Contact us today to find out more or select the 'click here' button at the right side of this page if you’re ready to get a quote.

"They were responsive to my inquiry. Kept me updated on when they would do the work. Job looks good, they did what they thought was necessary to fix it and the price was reasonable."

Phil M on November 2019

Locations in Rutland County, VT, Bennington County, VT and Berkshire County, MA Vermont Roofing Company has served the roofing needs of communities throughout Vermont and Northern Massachusetts since 1957. We’ve lasted this long using traditional values: dependable service, high quality workmanship and fair pricing. We are fully licensed and insured including liability, property, and worker’s compensation. Whether it’s residential or commercial, from new construction to established structures, simple leaks to complete roof replacements, we are your professional choice. Vermont Roofing Company gladly repairs, services and installs roofing systems throughout Rutland and Bennington Counties in Vermont, as well as throughout Berkshire County in Massachusetts. Including Pittsfield, Williamstown, North Adams, and Great Barrington. Contact us today to find out more or select the 'click here' button at the right side of this page if you’re ready to get a quote.

"They were responsive to my inquiry. Kept me updated on when they would do the work. Job looks good, they did what they thought was necessary to fix it and the price was reasonable."

Phil M on November 2019


Ricky Parker Construction LLC
301 South Bay Rd
5.00(
1
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Ricky Parker Construction LLC
301 South Bay Rd
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Ricky Parker LLC is a full service construction company. No job is too small, none too large. From a stairway to a deck, a deck to a house or a home built from foundation to roof, Ricky Parker Construction adheres to the exacting standards of its founder and General Manager. Any job the company undertakes Ricky Parker will be proud of, the client will be please with and the neighborhood will notice .

Ricky Parker LLC is a full service construction company. No job is too small, none too large. From a stairway to a deck, a deck to a house or a home built from foundation to roof, Ricky Parker Construction adheres to the exacting standards of its founder and General Manager. Any job the company undertakes Ricky Parker will be proud of, the client will be please with and the neighborhood will notice .


Husband for a Day
859 Moore Road
4.26(
19
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Husband for a Day
859 Moore Road
4.26(
19
)
Customers say: True professional
31 years of experience

Husband for the Day has been serving the Upper Valley and beyond for 19+ years. We pride ourselves with exquisite work, personal care and we work with the customer in all aspects. We do everything from hanging a simple curtain blind to a whole house remodel. We act as a general contractor. Fully insured to two million dollars liability and we have the EPA Lead Certification. We provide the highest quality sub contractors, who are experts in their field. Additional email - hfad@sover.net. Additional DBA - Gregg Peterson.

"Complete creep. Showed up late, hung a few pictures. Made the comment he was headed to the bedroom and see what happens in there. I didnt take it in a derogatory manner but when he asked me to come in to check something he slapped my ***. Thats when he was asked to leave. At 3:15 and he told me to pay him until 5pm. Then he stAlked me. I involved the police."

Bonnie G on January 2021

Husband for the Day has been serving the Upper Valley and beyond for 19+ years. We pride ourselves with exquisite work, personal care and we work with the customer in all aspects. We do everything from hanging a simple curtain blind to a whole house remodel. We act as a general contractor. Fully insured to two million dollars liability and we have the EPA Lead Certification. We provide the highest quality sub contractors, who are experts in their field. Additional email - hfad@sover.net. Additional DBA - Gregg Peterson.

"Complete creep. Showed up late, hung a few pictures. Made the comment he was headed to the bedroom and see what happens in there. I didnt take it in a derogatory manner but when he asked me to come in to check something he slapped my ***. Thats when he was asked to leave. At 3:15 and he told me to pay him until 5pm. Then he stAlked me. I involved the police."

Bonnie G on January 2021


Sisler Builders Inc.
56 Park Street
No reviews
Sisler Builders Inc.
56 Park Street
No reviews
42 years of experience

We are dedicated to creating new homes and new spaces in existing homes that will stand the test of time -- a fusion of quality construction, energy efficiency, and overall functionality. Not only does a house need to have "good bones" to endure over time, but it must also be cost effective, meeting the present and future needs of its owners. Our mission is to add value to your new home or remodeled space by maximizing its potential, based upon your lifestyle and preferences. You can rest assured that we are always focused on your project and the end goal of creating a space that serves you and your family well for years to come.

We are dedicated to creating new homes and new spaces in existing homes that will stand the test of time -- a fusion of quality construction, energy efficiency, and overall functionality. Not only does a house need to have "good bones" to endure over time, but it must also be cost effective, meeting the present and future needs of its owners. Our mission is to add value to your new home or remodeled space by maximizing its potential, based upon your lifestyle and preferences. You can rest assured that we are always focused on your project and the end goal of creating a space that serves you and your family well for years to come.


RODD ROOFING
2 PERKINS ST
2.00(
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RODD ROOFING
2 PERKINS ST
2.00(
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105 years of experience
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Montpelier, VT

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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