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Chutos Construction Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I interviewed 3 different companies for the job and knew that David was the best fit and match for our deck rebuild. He rebuilt our front deck, pool deck and stairs. I cannot express our gratitude for Chutos fine work and commitment to fulfill every detail. David and his team were professional and went above and beyond to get the job done!! We are more than pleased and cannot wait to rehire Chutos for the next renovation!! Thank you David and see you again soon!!"
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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INFINITY ROOFING CORP
5.0(
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Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company called this morning. He said a representative would come here this afternoon. Louie gave me an estimate and started to work immediately. My wife and I are very satisfied."
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+18

Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Optima Roofing Systems
5.0(
7
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Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Optima Home Inspections and Rob Johnson was great! He was very professional, knowledgable, thorough, responsive, and easy to work with! We chose to do more than the basic inspection and it was worth every penny. We HIGHLY recommend Optima Home Inspections."
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+21

Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Able Roofing
4.7(
124
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Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Able roofing did a awesome job replacing my roof and installing custom skylights and new gutters. Chris and his team were a pleasure to work with and provided outstand work and great customer service. Chris and his team are very easy to work with. They finished the work ontime and on budget. If you are looking for a great roofing company, Able roofing is the one you want!"
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+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Nu Line Home Improvements
4.9(
48
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Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently had central air installed and needed to get rid of the former through the wall air conditioning units. When we first contacted Tom, he said he was booked through October, but he would come out and give us a quote. We made the appointment for the quote and he came as promised, looked at the work to be done and said he'd be able to do everything from AC removal to patching and final paint. He worked up a quote and e-mailed it to us within 24 hours. As we were not expecting the work to be done until mid-October, it was a pleasant surprise to hear from him in late September asking if it was a good time to start the job. He was very prompt and showed up when he said he would. He was also very meticulous about his work, cleaning up the work areas each day and hauled away the old AC units for us. The work was completed over the course of a week as he applied several layers of spackle which needed to dry fully before further application or paint. The walls look fantastic and you would't know that we used to have AC units as his work was seamless. We also had a small drywall repair job that we added when Tom arrived and he took care of it for us without additional charge. We plan to hire him again for future projects in our house and will recommend him to others."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TH Remodeling & Renovations Inc
4.6(
69
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Serving Poughkeepsie, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"• TH was the single best home service I have experienced in the region in 48 years. Immediate response to my Niagra-Falls-in–the-living-room panic call. Next day I had an estimate with options for me so I could do the job on my very meager budget. A few days later, what seemed like an army of workers showed up at 7:00am and by 3:30 in the afternoon I had a new roof and there wasn’t any evidence that anybody had been here. Amazing. The job was done for $3000. less than a quote I had from another roofer three years earlier and offered a lifetime guarantee. (Makes selling the house down the road, much easier. I can transfer the guarantee with the house). This company is amazingly professional and comfortable to work with. • 7400."
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+23

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Poughkeepsie, NY

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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