Roof Snow & Ice Damage in Clarksville, TN

because it is denser and causes ice dams. The February 2021 ice storm caused millions in roof

damage across Montgomery County.

We have been repairing winter storm damage in Clarksville since 2003. We know what to look

for and how to fix it. We have seen ice dams cause $5,000 in interior damage on homes o

Fort Campbell Blvd. We have seen frozen gutters pull away from fascia on homes o Tiny Town

Road. We have tarped roofs at 2 AM during ice storms.

This article covers roof snow and ice damage in Clarksville. What to look for. How we repair it.

And how to prevent it. Call (931) 666-1469 for a free inspection.

### How Snow and Ice Damage Clarksville Roofs

Let us list the problems.

Ice dams. The most common. Heat from your attic melts snow on the upper roof. Water

runs down to the cold eaves and freezes. Water backs up under shingles. Leaks happen. The

leak often shows up on the top floor ceiling, far from the actual ice dam. We have seen water

run 20 feet along a rafter before dripping. This happened on a home near the Red River.

Ice weight. Wet snow is heavy. A few inches of wet snow can add thousands of pounds to

your roof. Older roofs can sag. Gutters can pull away. In 2021, we saw roofs in Clarksville sag

from ice buildup. Rare, but it happens. One home o Wilma Rudolph Blvd had a sag of 2

inches.

Frozen gutters. Ice lls your gutters. Water cannot drain. It backs up under the shingles at

How Snow and Ice Damage Roofs in Clarksville, TN

the eaves. The gutters themselves can pull away from the fascia. The weight of ice can bend or

break gutters. A full ice- filled gutter weighs 500 lbs per 20 feet.

Condensation. Warm, moist air from your living space meets the cold roof deck. Water

condenses. That moisture can rot decking and grow mold. It also drips onto insulation, ruining

its R-value. We have seen attics with ice on the underside of the decking. That is a sign of poor

ventilation.

Frozen flashing. Metal flashing contracts in cold. It can pull away from chimneys and walls.

Water gets in when the ice melts. This is common on chimneys on homes near the Red River.

We have repaired dozens of chimney flashings after winter storms.

Clarksville's winter storms are usually ice events, not heavy snow. Ice is worse than snow

because it is denser and causes ice dams. A quarter-inch of ice can cause signi cant damage.

A half-inch of ice is an emergency.

Fort Campbell families, base housing has winter roof protocols. We work with them. We have

done emergency tarps on base homes during ice storms.

### How We Repair Winter Damage (Step by Step)

1. Inspection. We look for ice dams, icicles (more than 12 inches long indicate a problem),

water stains in the attic, sagging, and damaged gutters. We use a moisture meter to nd wet

insulation.

1. Ice removal (if present). We use steam or hot water to melt ice dams. No chipping. No

chemicals. No pressure washer. We have a commercial steamer. Cost $300 to $800. We have

removed ice dams from homes o Tiny Town Road.

Repairing Snow and Ice Roof Damage in Clarksville

1. Leak repair. We remove damaged shingles and underlayment. We install new ice shield

and shingles. We make sure the ice shield extends at least 6 feet up from the eaves. Cost $175

to $600 depending on extent.

1. Gutter repair. Reattach or replace gutters pulled away by ice. We use hidden hangers

every 24 inches. Cost $200 to $500. We also check downspouts for ice blockages.

1. Flashing repair. Reseal or replace flashing that pulled away. Cost $340 to $600. We use

urethane sealant that remains exible in cold.

1. Decking replacement. If water got in, decking may be rotted. We replace it. Cost $75 to

$150 per sheet. We show you photos.

1. Prevention recommendations. Improve attic insulation (R-38 minimum). Seal air leaks

(attic hatch, light xtures, plumbing vents). Improve attic ventilation (ridge vents, so t vents).

Clean gutters in fall. Install heated cables on eaves.

### Why Hire Clarksville Roofing Co for Winter Damage?

We have the equipment for ice removal (steamers). We have the experience to nd hidden

damage (ice dams can cause leaks far from the dam). We also know how to prevent future ice

dams. We have helped homeowners o Fort Campbell Blvd avoid ice dams for years with

proper insulation and ventilation.

For Fort Campbell families, we offer winter inspections before the first freeze. Catch problems

early. We also offer emergency service during winter storms. We answer the phone 24/7.

### Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions