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Homefix
4.2(
525
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quality windows installed by a professional installation crew. Initial consultation was professional, friendly with lots of great info on windows, and recommended window sample I could see and touch. Installation supervisor explained what they were going to do and estimated time; supervisor did outside walk around after and showed how they caulked/sealed; and inside showed me how to work windows for cleaning. Crew worked quickly and efficiently; clearly knew exactly what they were doing! Actually gave me 2 crews since they were a few hours late due to rain delay on previous day’s project! HCR Project manager stopped by to ask how things were going and tell me what to expect after install to get warranty initiated. The windows look and work great. Ver impressed with all aspects of my project!"
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Roof Replacement in Baltimore, Maryland
Home Makeover in Crofton, Maryland
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Onyx Home Improvement
4.8(
24
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had gutter screens installed recently. The team showed up when promised. They did a very neat job and cleaned up before they left. I would highly recommend this company."
Gutter Guards
Gutter Guards
Gutters and Gutter Guards
Gutters and Gutter Guards
Gutters and Gutter Guards

+9

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
129 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RAY BULLOCK ROOFING
4.5(
109
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Although I thought the roof was a little high I am confident of the quality and I had gutter supplies which Mr Bullock had his work install for me "Free" I'm hoping I won't need them again but if I'll call him first

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+4

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Consolidated Roofing Systems, Inc.
4.7(
127
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job from the salesman to the roofers. Everything the salesman told me (and he went thru everything that would be done, step by step) was done from the materials being dropped off the day before to the clean up after the roof was done. I hope I don.t ever need it but the 50 year / unlimited wind guarantee isnice and it's even transferable if i ever want to move"
Burns
Piner
Vaughn
Burns
Piner

+58

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Independent Powur Consultant
5.0(
8
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Serving Southern Pines, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

For insurance purposes we will only service/repair equipment we install. \n\nI’m told the customer chooses the contractor on Angi and I believe that but I don’t believe that 95% of you can’t even respond in email text or phone call. Please gather your estimates & come to me last. I will beat any price by $1000 or more. I’m only trying to help you bring home that deal your looking for backed by a great company with our industry leading 30 year worry free deductible free warranty. I can’t help you if you can’t respond. \n\nPowur is a solar energy installation company that has installed thousands of residential solar systems across 20 US states since its founding in 2014. Powur has partnered with a number of industry leaders to provide homeowners with quality solar panels, inverters, backup batteries & solar generators, & other energy efficiency upgrades designed to reduce the monthly utility bill as well as help the environment. \n\nPOWUR DIFFERENCE\n\nYour solution to low cost, clean, reliable energy your family can depend on.\nFinancially Secure: Investor backed & Member owned\nExperienced: Over 5,000 successful installations\nDoing Well By Doing Good: Fully certified B-Corp\nValidation: Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company in America

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Schulenburg Texas
Schulenburg Texas

+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Southern Pines, NC

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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