Ice Dam Removal & Prevention Near You in the Capital Region

Steam ice dam removal with Mastaba Roofing starts at $400, with most jobs landing between $400 and $1,200. Steam work commonly runs $300 to $600 per hour, and a typical single-story dam clears in two to four hours. Multi-roof or steep, hard-to-reach roofs cost more. A free damage inspection is included.

In most cases we offer same-day winter service across the Capital Region near you. The majority of removals finish in a few hours, usually two to four for a single-story home. We assess the dam size and leak risk by phone first, then dispatch our steam crew the same day whenever possible.

Yes. Low-pressure steam gently melts the ice at the eaves without harming asphalt shingles, flashing, or gutters. We never chip, chop, or use axes, hammers, or pressure washers, which crack and dislodge shingles in cold weather. After removal we inspect the roof and attic for any water infiltration the dam caused.

Heat leaking from a poorly insulated attic warms the roof deck and melts the upper snow. That water refreezes at the cold overhang, and Albany's repeated January and February freeze-thaw cycles build it into a dam. Without an insulation and ventilation fix, the same roof sections dam year after year.

Permanent prevention means air-sealing and adding attic insulation to stop heat loss, plus balanced soffit-to-ridge ventilation that keeps the roof deck uniformly cold. For chronic trouble spots we add self-regulating heat cables along the eaves. Mastaba Roofing inspects your roof and recommends the most cost-effective combination for your home.

Most New York homeowner policies cover sudden interior water damage from ice dams, stained ceilings, lost insulation, and infiltration behind walls. Coverage usually excludes the dam removal itself. Mastaba Roofing documents the damage with photos and written estimates to support your claim, so call us to inspect promptly before damage spreads.