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Originally Posted by Belmont Resident
Many times by raking just the eves on a house that has ice dam problems just moves the ice dam further up the roof. We live in an old house (1790) and this is the case with our house. Also a lot depends on the temp as to what happens with the roof.
I believe the original concern was for snow removal due to the weight not from ice problems.
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I use the Garelick aluminum roof rack on all of my roofs. Works fine if done early after snow storm. But yes, if not done correctly or done too late ice damns just appear further up with associated water issues. A roof rake is a bit difficult for a 2 story house.
The best is to use the Grace membrane after stripping all roof materials.
Or move to the more expensive metal roof.
But I think the original question is hiring someone to shovel the entire roof after a big snow storm.