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Seamless Exterior

6227 Nordic Drive
4.43(
7
)

Seamless Exterior

6227 Nordic Drive
4.43(
7
)
Customers say: Quality work
21 years of experience

Seamless Exterior is a windows company in Waterloo, IA and we believe in doing business in a better way. When you choose to work with a member of our team, you get more than a windows contractor; you get a trustworthy craftsman that takes pride in their work. We take our reputation for excellence very seriously; it is important to us that each customers job is done right the first time. Whether we are hanging new windows or installing steel siding in Waterloo, Iowa or Marshalltown, we make customer satisfaction our top priority. Seamless Exterior is the windows contractor Waterloo, IA residents and Cedar Falls business owners trust. We specialize in creating custom siding, installing rain gutters, hanging windows, and much more. We are also one of the few local contractors that can install sunshade systems. When the gutters in Marshalltown, IA clog or the vinyl siding in Waterloo, IA needs replacing, Seamless Exterior can help. In addition to being a full service windows contractor in Waterloo, IA, we offer many other services to keep the windows and cellulose siding of homes and businesses looking great

Seamless Exterior is a windows company in Waterloo, IA and we believe in doing business in a better way. When you choose to work with a member of our team, you get more than a windows contractor; you get a trustworthy craftsman that takes pride in their work. We take our reputation for excellence very seriously; it is important to us that each customers job is done right the first time. Whether we are hanging new windows or installing steel siding in Waterloo, Iowa or Marshalltown, we make customer satisfaction our top priority. Seamless Exterior is the windows contractor Waterloo, IA residents and Cedar Falls business owners trust. We specialize in creating custom siding, installing rain gutters, hanging windows, and much more. We are also one of the few local contractors that can install sunshade systems. When the gutters in Marshalltown, IA clog or the vinyl siding in Waterloo, IA needs replacing, Seamless Exterior can help. In addition to being a full service windows contractor in Waterloo, IA, we offer many other services to keep the windows and cellulose siding of homes and businesses looking great

The Haas Group LLC

2215 Plank Road
4.60(
20
)

The Haas Group LLC

2215 Plank Road
4.60(
20
)
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Independent 3rd party roof inspection and consultation company.

"No one called"

Mike S on April 2020

Independent 3rd party roof inspection and consultation company.

"No one called"

Mike S on April 2020

H & L ROOFING

122 Flintstone Drive
5.00(
3
)

H & L ROOFING

122 Flintstone Drive
5.00(
3
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

A local Roofing company servicing Eastern Iowa.

A local Roofing company servicing Eastern Iowa.

ALLIED PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

170 W Mullan Ave.
4.50(
16
)

ALLIED PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

170 W Mullan Ave.
4.50(
16
)
Customers say: Quality work
22 years of experience

We are a full service property maintenance company offering a wide range of services under one roof. This unique blend of services allows us to offer the customer substantial discounts in all aspects of their property maintenance needs.

We are a full service property maintenance company offering a wide range of services under one roof. This unique blend of services allows us to offer the customer substantial discounts in all aspects of their property maintenance needs.

City Builders

2009 Center St
3.43(
23
)

City Builders

2009 Center St
3.43(
23
)
38 years of experience

Additional contact name - Dwight Wielenga.

"Horrible, quality of work was horrible, billed me for work that was not even done on my property. Will not take charges off the invoice for the work that was not done. I refuse to pay for work that was not done and they will not return my phone calls to discuss the discrepancy on the invoice and now put a lien on my property even though I paid for the work that was actually done. They will not release the lien or discuss the invoice with me. I would not recommend them at all."

Stephanie P on January 2025

Additional contact name - Dwight Wielenga.

"Horrible, quality of work was horrible, billed me for work that was not even done on my property. Will not take charges off the invoice for the work that was not done. I refuse to pay for work that was not done and they will not return my phone calls to discuss the discrepancy on the invoice and now put a lien on my property even though I paid for the work that was actually done. They will not release the lien or discuss the invoice with me. I would not recommend them at all."

Stephanie P on January 2025

Cleary Building - Waverly

730 Technology Pl
No reviews yet

Cleary Building - Waverly

730 Technology Pl
No reviews yet

JDM Roofing & Home Improvements

5.00(
8
)

JDM Roofing & Home Improvements

5.00(
8
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

JDM Roofing & Home Improvements has highly skilled people in most areas of construction. From new decks to complete house flips. You can always count on being satisfied when we leave. We offer free estimates and our main goal is to work with you to accomplish what you need, for a reasonable price.

"It was awesome. They knew what they were doing, friendly, and good price with high end work."

Jeremy S on May 2019

JDM Roofing & Home Improvements has highly skilled people in most areas of construction. From new decks to complete house flips. You can always count on being satisfied when we leave. We offer free estimates and our main goal is to work with you to accomplish what you need, for a reasonable price.

"It was awesome. They knew what they were doing, friendly, and good price with high end work."

Jeremy S on May 2019

Ohlendorf Construction

303 Wentling St
5.00(
2
)

Ohlendorf Construction

303 Wentling St
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Licensed,Bonded, Insured, Work Comp on all employees. Materials and labor to be paid for upon completion

Licensed,Bonded, Insured, Work Comp on all employees. Materials and labor to be paid for upon completion

Pinecrest Construction LLC

1592 150th St
5.00(
6
)

Pinecrest Construction LLC

1592 150th St
5.00(
6
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Repair and replace roofs for Homes and Business.

Repair and replace roofs for Homes and Business.

Harting & Hunemuller Contractors

516 Bluff St.
5.00(
1
)

Harting & Hunemuller Contractors

516 Bluff St.
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential and light commercial construction

Residential and light commercial construction

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Oran, 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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