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02-06-01, 07:09 AM

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Now that I have both front and back Ice Jams. What is the best and quickest way of stopping the leading in the house?

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02-07-01, 03:16 PM

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The best solution to your problem is an ice and water barrier.

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02-16-01, 10:19 PM

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hello joe,
i assume you would like to stop the leaking instead of the leading.
Anyway, go to a home hardware store, pick some heating cables and a sensor and kiss your problem goodbye.
Install the cables in the summertime or you may break too many shingles...
Forget water barrier too expensive and time comsuming.
With the sensor it makes sense and is cheaper to install than water barrier..

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