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The Haas Group LLC

2215 Plank Road
4.76(
17
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The Haas Group LLC

2215 Plank Road
4.76(
17
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Independent 3rd party roof inspection and consultation company.

"Ernie Haas provided a very thorough examination of our roof which enabled us (after much back and forth with our roofer (DCF Contracting)) to ensure that all necessary and required repairs were made to our roof. Mr. Haas stayed in contact with us for more than a month to ensure that any questions or issues we had were addressed."

Larry T on June 2018

Independent 3rd party roof inspection and consultation company.

"Ernie Haas provided a very thorough examination of our roof which enabled us (after much back and forth with our roofer (DCF Contracting)) to ensure that all necessary and required repairs were made to our roof. Mr. Haas stayed in contact with us for more than a month to ensure that any questions or issues we had were addressed."

Larry T on June 2018

Isaacs Exterior Specialist

2053 Bond Pike
2.00(
1
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Isaacs Exterior Specialist

2053 Bond Pike
2.00(
1
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Customers say: Terrific value
38 years of experience

Isaacs Exterior Specialist- We are fully insured,free estimates, 25 years experience, travis- 859-285-9154 william- 859-621-2334 office- 502-535-5020 we do just about everything on the exterior of a house and even some on the interior. Everything commercial and residential. Our main specialty includes roofing, from shingles, to metal, to epdm, torch down, copper, and any other roofing systems. Also replacement windows, vinyl siding, hardy plank, stucco, interior and exterior painting, new gutter systems, room additions, framing, remodeling,etc... We also do some yard work like tree removal, mowing, landscaping...and many more.

Isaacs Exterior Specialist- We are fully insured,free estimates, 25 years experience, travis- 859-285-9154 william- 859-621-2334 office- 502-535-5020 we do just about everything on the exterior of a house and even some on the interior. Everything commercial and residential. Our main specialty includes roofing, from shingles, to metal, to epdm, torch down, copper, and any other roofing systems. Also replacement windows, vinyl siding, hardy plank, stucco, interior and exterior painting, new gutter systems, room additions, framing, remodeling,etc... We also do some yard work like tree removal, mowing, landscaping...and many more.

Modern Storm Solutions

6330 Old Mayfield Rd
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Modern Storm Solutions

6330 Old Mayfield Rd
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28 years of experience

Our jobs are not done until the customer is satisfied with our work and our CLEAN-UP. A= Rated with the BBB. In Business since 1997

Our jobs are not done until the customer is satisfied with our work and our CLEAN-UP. A= Rated with the BBB. In Business since 1997

ACA Handyman Solutions

2146 Porter Pike
4.18(
33
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ACA Handyman Solutions

2146 Porter Pike
4.18(
33
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Customers say: Super punctual
28 years of experience

DBA Home Services & A CutAbove Handyman. ACA Handyman Solutions, brings to our well appreciated customers of the mid-south, prompt, reliable, courteous service. We offer affordable solutions to all your repair and construction needs.

DBA Home Services & A CutAbove Handyman. ACA Handyman Solutions, brings to our well appreciated customers of the mid-south, prompt, reliable, courteous service. We offer affordable solutions to all your repair and construction needs.

Cobblestone Construction

205 Rudd
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Cobblestone Construction

205 Rudd
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12 years of experience

Construction Company, Handyman Service, New Construction, Additions, Decks. Your home for all your construction and building needs.

Construction Company, Handyman Service, New Construction, Additions, Decks. Your home for all your construction and building needs.

Resistant Roofing

1101 Broadway
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Resistant Roofing

1101 Broadway
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10 years of experience

Resistant Roofing is proud to provide quality roof installations and repairs in Paducah, Kentucky and surrounding areas. Whether your roof simply needs to be repaired, or you need an entirely new roof, we will install every shingle to exacting standards to ensure that you receive the full benefit that was intended.

Resistant Roofing is proud to provide quality roof installations and repairs in Paducah, Kentucky and surrounding areas. Whether your roof simply needs to be repaired, or you need an entirely new roof, we will install every shingle to exacting standards to ensure that you receive the full benefit that was intended.

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Miller Remodeling & Painting

703 Lancaster St
1.00(
1
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Miller Remodeling & Painting

703 Lancaster St
1.00(
1
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26 years of experience

Miller Remodeling and Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Stanford, KY area since 1999. Services include Painting, Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Kitchen Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, House Painting, Commercial Painting, Cabinet Refinishing, Ceiling Painting, Drywall Repair, Deck Staining, Epoxy Coatings, Garage Floor Painting, Roof Painting, Floor Refinishing, Tile Flooring and Siding. Serving towns of Lexington, Richmond, Somerset, Nicholasville, Georgetown, Danville, Berea, Versailles, Harrodsburg, Lancaster, Stanford, Liberty, Mount Vernon, Wilmore, Eubank, Waynesburg, Crab Orchard, Science Hill, Hustonville, Brodhead, Paint Lick, Junction City, Perryville, Parksville, Kings Mountain, Middleburg, Yosemite, Burgin, Mc Kinney, Bryantsville, Clementsville, Cornishville, Mitchellsburg and Pulaski.

Miller Remodeling and Painting is a painting contractor / painter serving the Stanford, KY area since 1999. Services include Painting, Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Kitchen Remodeling, Bathroom Remodeling, House Painting, Commercial Painting, Cabinet Refinishing, Ceiling Painting, Drywall Repair, Deck Staining, Epoxy Coatings, Garage Floor Painting, Roof Painting, Floor Refinishing, Tile Flooring and Siding. Serving towns of Lexington, Richmond, Somerset, Nicholasville, Georgetown, Danville, Berea, Versailles, Harrodsburg, Lancaster, Stanford, Liberty, Mount Vernon, Wilmore, Eubank, Waynesburg, Crab Orchard, Science Hill, Hustonville, Brodhead, Paint Lick, Junction City, Perryville, Parksville, Kings Mountain, Middleburg, Yosemite, Burgin, Mc Kinney, Bryantsville, Clementsville, Cornishville, Mitchellsburg and Pulaski.

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Affordable Home Improvement

670 Hopkins Ave
4.90(
10
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Affordable Home Improvement

670 Hopkins Ave
4.90(
10
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Complete Home Improvement Repairs, roofing and siding.

"It went smoothly, just the rain delayed the project."

Darrel S on August 2020

Complete Home Improvement Repairs, roofing and siding.

"It went smoothly, just the rain delayed the project."

Darrel S on August 2020

CLASSIC METAL ROOFING SYSTEMS OF KENTUCKIANA

1717 WATTERSON TRL
5.00(
5
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CLASSIC METAL ROOFING SYSTEMS OF KENTUCKIANA

1717 WATTERSON TRL
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We end roofing worries with beautiful, lifetime metal roofing that resembles wood shakes, tile, slate, dimensional shingles and other attractive profiles. Classic Metal Roofs provide beauty, durability, energy savings, home value and other "green" benefits.

We end roofing worries with beautiful, lifetime metal roofing that resembles wood shakes, tile, slate, dimensional shingles and other attractive profiles. Classic Metal Roofs provide beauty, durability, energy savings, home value and other "green" benefits.

Quality Builders

4080 Oaks Rd
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Quality Builders

4080 Oaks Rd
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15 years of experience

We sell and erect steel building and pole barn packages

We sell and erect steel building and pole barn packages

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FAQs for heating cable for roof installation projects in Tiline, KY

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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