The ice and water shield is a layer that protects the roof from ice damming and is particularly important for homeowners in northern regions that experience more snow and sleet. He adds ...

Bauer stresses some key actions you should take: When building or buying a home, make sure an ice and water shield is installed. Before the snow begins, make sure to check your roof, drainage and ...

The Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Industrial Compliance is encouraging homeowners to take steps to protect their property due to recent temperature changes.

And an ice dam creates problems. Water that backs up behind the dam remains liquid and will find cracks or openings in the roof coverings. From there, it can get under your shingles and leak ...