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3 Son's Siding & Gutters LLC

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3 Son's Siding & Gutters LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
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58 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.

"After a few delays because of rain they came they completed the job within two and a half hours cleaned everything up actually did some extra reinforcement on my porch at no extra charge highly recommend"

Arthur D on June 2025

Family owned and operated home improvement company, with a very simple mission: provide quality home improvement services at affordable prices. We truly care for our customers! We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, siding, roofing, gutters, and more! Call today for a free consultation.

"After a few delays because of rain they came they completed the job within two and a half hours cleaned everything up actually did some extra reinforcement on my porch at no extra charge highly recommend"

Arthur D on June 2025

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American Home Fitters, LLC.

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American Home Fitters, LLC.

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

American Home Fitters is proud to offer a number of Home Improvements, ranging from Roofing, Siding, Windows and Doors to Tub and Shower Replacements. We pride ourselves on providing the best quality products and pricing to fit any budget. Our team of skilled handymen provides quality workmanship, excellent customer service and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely satisfied.

"Excellent experience from start to finish. I would hire again. I would highly recommend."

Denise K on August 2025

American Home Fitters is proud to offer a number of Home Improvements, ranging from Roofing, Siding, Windows and Doors to Tub and Shower Replacements. We pride ourselves on providing the best quality products and pricing to fit any budget. Our team of skilled handymen provides quality workmanship, excellent customer service and will go the extra mile to make sure you're completely satisfied.

"Excellent experience from start to finish. I would hire again. I would highly recommend."

Denise K on August 2025

Beau's Repair

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Beau's Repair

4.50(
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38 years of experience

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. Travel charges may apply. No service fee. Extra charge for after hours service may apply.

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. Travel charges may apply. No service fee. Extra charge for after hours service may apply.

Lamot Contracting & Restoration

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Lamot Contracting & Restoration

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Lamot Restoration & Contracting specializes in residential and commercial construction and remodeling. The business services include but are not limited full house restorations, large additions, roofing, siding, windows, doors, flooring, drywall, painting, kitchens, baths, basement finishing and more. 

Lamot Restoration & Contracting specializes in residential and commercial construction and remodeling. The business services include but are not limited full house restorations, large additions, roofing, siding, windows, doors, flooring, drywall, painting, kitchens, baths, basement finishing and more. 

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Casa Castillo Home Improvement

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Casa Castillo Home Improvement

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Roofing and Vinyl Siding Replacement

Roofing and Vinyl Siding Replacement

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CR3 American Exteriors

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CR3 American Exteriors

4.95(
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19 years of experience

We are a professional franchised roofing company. A Fortune 500 company nationwide but with local roots and are location right in Windham CT. We can handle almost any size or kind of roofing there is!! We have a strong, knowledgeable,friendly staff that will help you thru the whole reroofing process. We offer many different quality products and have great warranties to back it . Ask about are product manufacturers back 50 yr warranty. We are certified installers. We also have many payment options to fit any budget. Please give us a call today so we can help renew and protect home and future!

"The people that Scott hired to do our new metal roof and siding did a phenomenal job. They were meticulous and added beautiful details. Even in freezing weather!. We have a brand new house. "

Sue B on December 2025

We are a professional franchised roofing company. A Fortune 500 company nationwide but with local roots and are location right in Windham CT. We can handle almost any size or kind of roofing there is!! We have a strong, knowledgeable,friendly staff that will help you thru the whole reroofing process. We offer many different quality products and have great warranties to back it . Ask about are product manufacturers back 50 yr warranty. We are certified installers. We also have many payment options to fit any budget. Please give us a call today so we can help renew and protect home and future!

"The people that Scott hired to do our new metal roof and siding did a phenomenal job. They were meticulous and added beautiful details. Even in freezing weather!. We have a brand new house. "

Sue B on December 2025

Valley Home Comfort Inc

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Valley Home Comfort Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
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ADG Contractors

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ADG Contractors

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21 years of experience

ADG Contracting offers a variety of services for all of your property needs. With over 20 years experience and equipment ranging from excavator and 4 ton dump truck/trailer to hand tools for custom finish work, we have the supplies and skills to build, remodel, repair and maintain all of your indoor and outdoor property needs. Local Family owned and operated we strive to keep our work in the community. We will beat any detailed written estimate by ten percent. Please contact us for any of your needs. All work is guaranteed. We look forward to building a relationship with you as well as building for you. ADG Contractors "You dream it, we build it"

ADG Contracting offers a variety of services for all of your property needs. With over 20 years experience and equipment ranging from excavator and 4 ton dump truck/trailer to hand tools for custom finish work, we have the supplies and skills to build, remodel, repair and maintain all of your indoor and outdoor property needs. Local Family owned and operated we strive to keep our work in the community. We will beat any detailed written estimate by ten percent. Please contact us for any of your needs. All work is guaranteed. We look forward to building a relationship with you as well as building for you. ADG Contractors "You dream it, we build it"

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Hurricane construction

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Hurricane construction

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Hurricane construction has been relocated to ct ! We specialize in hardscape landscaping , concrete work , decks, and general carpentry . We are glad to help with almost anything. We do great work and guarantee a job done right. Let us know if we can help with your next project

Hurricane construction has been relocated to ct ! We specialize in hardscape landscaping , concrete work , decks, and general carpentry . We are glad to help with almost anything. We do great work and guarantee a job done right. Let us know if we can help with your next project

PURNELL CARPENTRY

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PURNELL CARPENTRY

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41 years of experience

Purnell Carpentry is a family business with over 20+ years of experience. Costs are quoted and determined by job. Fully licensed and insured.

Purnell Carpentry is a family business with over 20+ years of experience. Costs are quoted and determined by job. Fully licensed and insured.

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Stafford, CT

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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