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Last winter we had some pretty nasty ice dams, and this year it's been mostly heavy snow piling up. I'm noticing similar roof issues—leaks, weird stains, etc. Wondering which one you guys think is worse overall?
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From my experience managing properties, ice dams tend to cause more persistent and tricky issues than heavy snow alone. A few winters back, we had severe ice dams that led to water backing up under shingles and causing hidden leaks—didn't even notice until spring when stains appeared on ceilings. Heavy snow can be problematic too, especially structurally, but ice dams seem sneakier and harder to detect early on. Either way, addressing insulation and ventilation usually helps prevent both issues in the long run.
