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Pablo's Quality Construction
5.0(
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Serving Piketon, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Pablo Quality Construction removed existing roof and installed a new roof, they were on site when they said they would be and they did a great job, I would highly recommend them and I’m looking forward to working with them again on other projects around are home."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sibert Pro Construction Inc
5.0(
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Serving Piketon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mickey promptly came over to give us an estimate. They came when they were due and did an excellent job. They were clean and tidy. Th gutters & roof looked great after they cleaned them-also had the chimney repaired-excellent job-polite and respectful."
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Doctor Tune It Piano Services
4.8(
179
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Serving Piketon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Credit card accepted

"I first called on Mike in late 2011 to tune my 45-year-old Baldwin Hamilton studio piano, which I had negelected for quite a few years.  He had tuned the piano at my church and was highly regarded by the professional musicians there.   Mike  noted a few mechanical items in my piano that needed attention in addition to the tuning.  He recommended and subsequently installed a "damp-chaser" to maintain the appropriate humidity in the piano and prolong its life.  He noted that the  tuning should be postponed for several weeks until the humidity had been stabilized so that the piano would hold its tune.  I followed all his recommendations and have been pleased with the results.  Consequently I called on him again for what will now be an annual tuning of my piano.
Mike is pleasant, skilled, knowledgeable and a good communicator.  I would recommend him highly for piano tuning and repair.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
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Serving Piketon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic! Choice Home Warranty sent Flexi-Air Heat & Cool out the very next day and they did an awesome job. They were very knowledgeable and explained everything that needed to be done. Couldn't ask for anything better."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Mel Yoder Home Improvement LLC
3.8(
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Serving Piketon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"His name is Mel Yoder. I got him from Angie's List. I had gotten ten names from Angie's List. I had them all come out and give an estimate. Mel Yoder was the only one that got up on the roof and walked the entire length of the roof. He discovered that we had shingles coming off and wind damage. The handyman that I had used for years passed away in January. He couldn’t do the roof because of his heart condition. He had given me an estimate of what he thought it should cost for labor and materials. Mel Yoder was right within that price. Everybody else was $3000-$4000 higher. They did an excellent job cleaning up. They did an excellent job overall. I was very impressed. The price was very reasonable. One of the first questions the insurance guy that has our house insurance asked me was if any of the roofers I had come out actually got up on the roof. I said only one. There were some that brought ladders out. I have a front porch roof that's a little lower than a two story house. They would get up on the porch roof and that was it, but they didn’t get up on the roof itself. Mel Yoder did, and he walked the whole length of the roof. He even came inside. I showed him a place where I thought there was a leak in the laundry room. We have a duplex upstairs. He was very thorough. I liked the idea that Mel Yoder and some of the other ones printed up estimates and sent them. I wanted to get him to do my kitchen since I had used him for the roof because he does do home improvement. But they are so lined up; he was three months down the line. That's why I went with another company. Mel is good at what he does, and he stayed booked. He was upfront about giving me options and what would be the best pricewise. I really appreciated that. I would definitely recommend Mel Yoder for doing the roof. For the two chimneys that needed re-servicing, he did an excellent job. I was very happy with the job he did especially the clean-up. They were very thorough in doing the clean-up. I was impressed with that."
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
3.5(
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Serving Piketon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"We did not pay for it, it was provided by the person who was selling the home at the time. The quality was fine but the timeliness of the repair was not. It needed a new condenser and this company is country wide so they have one depot for parts. It took a week for the part to come from out west from us and we were in a heat wave and I liked to died. But because we had the home warranty, we were stuck. They covered it 100 percent but they were slow. They came as soon as they decided they would come. They came but it was not real fast. The worker was fine. It took about eight days for them to complete the job. They should get the parts here more quickly so they can do the repair quickly."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Bazell Maintenance & Remodeling
3.9(
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Serving Piketon, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EXPBAZELL ROOFING'S TRUCK WAS PARKED NEXT DOOR DOING SOME WORK FOR OUR NEIGHBOR.   I APPROACHED MR. TIM BAZELL AND EXPLAINED WHAT I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE DONE.  MR TIM BAZELL APPRAISED THE WORK REQUESTED AND QUOTED A PRICE.  THE PRICE WAS AGREEABLE AND THEN HE AND HIS TEAM STARTED TO WORK AT THE TIME PROMISED AND HAS ACTUALLY FINISHED A LITTLE BIT AHEAD OF TIME PROMISED FOR THE JOB.
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Piketon, OH

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 Piketon, OH homeowners’ guide to heating cable for roof installations

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