# Ice Dam Removal Toronto | Power Pressure Washing

> Ice dam removal in Toronto, ON. Low-pressure steam rig, roof access safety, 24/7 phone. Written quote. Call (647) 277-5411.

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![Crew in fall-arrest gear steaming an ice dam along the eaves of a snowy Toronto house](/images/misc/crew-in-fall-arrest-harness-steaming-thick-ice-dam.webp)

# Steam Ice Dam Removal, 24/7 Winter Response

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Winter emergency ice dam removal using a low-pressure steam rig and safe roof access, with a 24/7 phone line through the season.

-   Low-pressure steam rig
-   Roof access safety
-   24/7 phone
-   Gutter and eave clearing

20+ YRS

GTA Combined

$2M COI

Liability + WSIB

24/7

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-   20+ Yrs Combined GTA Experience
-   $2M Liability + WSIB
-   10 GTA Cities Served
-   24/7 Phone Answered
-   24 Hrs Commercial COI

Ice dam removal in Toronto is winter emergency work, and it needs the right tool. Our low-pressure steam rig melts ice dams off eaves and valleys without chipping, cracking or stripping shingles. Crews work with fall-arrest gear, the phone is answered 24/7 all winter, and we note leak-risk areas for your roofer.

## What Is an Ice Dam, and Why Is It a Problem?

An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms along the eaves of a roof. Heat escaping through the attic warms the upper roof deck and melts snow. That meltwater runs down to the colder overhang and refreezes. Over days, the ridge grows and traps a pool of water behind it. The water backs up under the shingles and leaks into the soffit, walls and ceilings.

Toronto winters, with their many freeze-thaw cycles, are ideal for ice dams, especially on older homes in The Annex, Leaside and North York with limited attic insulation, and on homes north of the city in Richmond Hill where winters run colder.

## Why Steam Is the Right Method

The usual DIY fixes cause damage. Hammers and chisels crack shingles and gutters. Salt pucks stain roofs and kill plants below. Pressure washers strip granules and push water further under the shingles. Steam melts the ice gently at low pressure, cutting channels so trapped water can drain and then removing the dam itself.

![Steam wand cutting a channel through an ice dam on a shingle eave](/images/content/steam-wand-cutting-clean-channel-through-thick-ice.webp)

## What Is Included in Ice Dam Removal?

-   **Steam removal** of ice dams on eaves and valleys
-   **Drainage channels** cut to relieve water backup
-   **Gutter and downspout clearing** where safe
-   **Icicle removal** above walkways and entrances
-   **Photo notes** on leak-risk and heat-loss areas

## Safety on Winter Roofs

Snowy, icy roofs are dangerous. Our crews assess snow load, set ladders properly and use fall-arrest anchors and harnesses. If a roof is unsafe to stand on, we work from ladders and lifts instead.

## When Should You Call?

-   Icicles are thick and growing along the eaves
-   A ridge of ice has formed at the roof edge
-   Water stains appear on ceilings or exterior walls
-   Water is dripping inside, which is an emergency

## How Much Does Ice Dam Removal Cost?

### Pricing

Ice dam removal is quoted by phone, per hour or per job, based on roof height, pitch, the length of eaves affected and ice thickness. We confirm the price before work starts.

## Common Ice Dam Problems We Solve

### Water stains on ceilings and walls

A brown stain near an exterior wall in mid-winter is often an ice dam leak. Opening drainage channels through the dam relieves the trapped water quickly.

### Heavy icicles over entrances

Icicles hanging over doors, walkways and driveways are a safety hazard. We steam them off from the roof edge rather than knocking them down.

### Frozen gutters and downspouts

Gutters packed with ice cannot drain, which makes dams worse and can pull gutters off the fascia. Steam clears them where safe access allows.

### Ice in valleys and around skylights

Valleys and skylight curbs collect meltwater and refreeze. Steam channels let that water reach the gutter.

### Repeat dams on the same eave

If the same section dams every year, it usually points to a specific heat leak, such as a poorly insulated bathroom ceiling, recessed lights or an attic hatch. We photograph the pattern for your roofer or insulation contractor.

## Steam vs Hot Water vs Chipping

| Method | Effect on shingles | Effect on ice |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hammer or chisel | Cracks and breaks shingles and gutters | Removes chunks, leaves damage |
| Pressure washer (cold or hot) | Strips granules, drives water under tabs | Cuts ice but harms the roof |
| Low-pressure steam | Gentle, no impact | Melts ice cleanly and opens channels |

Steam is slower than brute force, but it is the only method that removes the dam without creating new leak points.

## Preventing the Next Ice Dam

Ice dams are a symptom. The cause is warm air reaching the roof deck. Air-sealing the attic floor, adding insulation and improving roof ventilation keep the roof cold and stop the melt-freeze cycle. Clearing heavy snow from the lower roof with a roof rake after big storms also helps. We note what we see so you can fix the root cause in the warmer months.

## What Not to Do About an Ice Dam

-   Do not climb onto an icy roof without fall protection.
-   Do not chip ice with hammers, axes or chisels.
-   Do not use rock salt on the roof; it stains shingles and kills plants below.
-   Do not use a pressure washer or open flame.
-   Do pull snow off the lower roof with a roof rake from the ground after heavy storms, and call for steam removal if a dam has already formed.

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## How Much Does Ice Dam Removal Cost in Toronto?

Every job starts with a written quote per surface before any work. No hidden fees, no trip charges added on the day.

Single eave section $Phone quote

Full eaves and valleys $Per hour or per job

Winter emergency quote by phone. Price depends on roof height, pitch, length of eaves affected and ice thickness.

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Why us

## Why Choose Power Pressure Washing Toronto for Ice Dams?

### Steam protects shingles

Steam melts ice at low pressure. Hammers, chisels and pressure washers damage shingles and gutters.

### Answered 24/7 in winter

Ice dams cause leaks at night and on weekends. Someone always picks up.

### Fall-arrest equipped

Crews work with proper roof access safety gear on icy, snowy roofs.

### Root-cause notes

We note attic heat-loss signs so your roofer or insulation contractor can stop it recurring.

## Ready to book ice dams?

Send a photo or call. We tell you hot, cold or soft wash, and put the price in writing first.

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How it works

## How Does Our Ice Dams Service Work?

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    ### Call 24/7
    
    Tell us where the ice is, whether water is coming in and how high the roof is. We quote by phone.
    
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    ### Safe roof access
    
    Crews set ladders and fall-arrest anchors and check the snow load before stepping on the roof.
    
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    ### Steam, not hammers
    
    Low-pressure steam cuts drainage channels and removes the dam without chipping shingles.
    
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    ### Notes for your roofer
    
    We photograph leak-risk areas and point out likely heat-loss spots.
    

Our work

## Ice Dams Work Across the GTA

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See the difference

## Before and After

![Ice Dam Removal before cleaning](/images/misc/before-toronto-house-eaves-with-thick-ice-dam-ridg.webp) Before

![Ice Dam Removal after cleaning](/images/misc/after-toronto-house-eaves-cleared-of-ice-dam-with-.webp) After

Eaves cleared with low-pressure steam, shingles intact

Client results

## What Clients Say About Our Ice Dams Work

Real jobs, real prices, written quote first.

Hannah C.

Hoggs Hollow

$685

> "Black streaks and moss on the north side of our roof had been bothering us for years. They did not use any pressure on the shingles, just a low-pressure soft wash, and they wet down all the gardens first. The streaks were gone the same day and the moss let go after a couple of rains, exactly as they said it would. The gutters were rinsed out too, and they left photos of the roof from the ladder so we could see the result up close."

Roof soft wash

Claire D.

The Annex

$520

> "Our 1890s brick semi had green staining and black spots on the shaded side. I was nervous about pressure on old mortar, but they explained the soft wash and did a small test patch first. The brick came up clean and the mortar is untouched. Very respectful of an old house. They even pointed out a spot of failing mortar near the porch so we could have a mason look at it before winter."

Victorian brick soft wash

Andrew B.

Forest Hill

$840

> "Our interlock driveway had lost most of its joint sand after a rough winter and weeds were coming through. They cleaned it, swept in new polymeric sand and sealed it with a natural finish, all on the same day. They explained the cure time clearly and roped it off for us. A year later the joints are still tight and the weeds have not come back. The price matched the written quote to the dollar, and they left the street cleaner than they found it. Our neighbours on the next street have since booked them for their own interlock."

Interlock clean + polymeric reseal

Sarah K.

Leaside

$180

> "Our single driveway had white salt lines every spring. The crew showed up on a Sunday, used hot water and a round surface cleaner, and it looked new in about an hour. Quote was in writing before they started. Exactly the price we were told. Already booked our spring visit."

1-car concrete driveway

Daniel R.

The Beaches

$340

> "We live under big trees near the boardwalk and our side walkway was green and slippery most of the year. They soft washed the moss instead of blasting it, then rinsed the patio stone and reset some of the joint sand. My kids stopped slipping. They also gave me a straight answer on how often to book it again, which was refreshing. Weekend booking made it easy."

Patio + shaded walkways

Got questions?

## Ice Dams FAQs

### What causes ice dams on Toronto homes?

Heat escaping through the attic warms the upper roof, snow melts, and the water refreezes at the colder eaves. The ridge of ice traps more meltwater behind it, which can back up under shingles and leak into walls and ceilings.

### Why use steam instead of a hammer or pressure washer?

Steam melts ice at low pressure without striking or blasting the shingles. Chipping with hammers or chisels cracks shingles and gutters, and pressure washers strip granules and drive water under the tabs.

### Is water coming through my ceiling an emergency?

Yes. Call us 24/7. Put a bucket under the leak, move valuables and avoid touching wet electrical fixtures. We can open drainage channels in the dam to relieve the backup.

### How much does ice dam removal cost?

It is quoted by phone per hour or per job, depending on roof height, pitch, length of eaves affected and ice thickness.

### Will the ice dam come back?

It can, if the underlying heat loss is not fixed. Insulation and ventilation improvements stop the cycle. We note likely problem areas for your roofer or insulation contractor.

### Do you also clear gutters and downspouts?

Yes. We clear ice from gutters and downspouts where it is safe, so meltwater can drain.

Still have questions?

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