Ice dams occur on the attic and around roofs when snow and ice accumulate on the roof, and the heat causes the ice to melt and refreeze around its perimeter. The warmth radiating from the attic and the cold weather can create quick cycles of freezing and thawing, which damage roofing and building materials, resulting in cracks and holes that let water and moisture into the property. As the leading culprit for mold, moisture can wreak havoc indoors, specifically in attics, where water damage and mold are more difficult to identify. If you notice the signs of mold in your property and ice damming around your roof, you may need professional attic mold removal. At Inch By Inch Inspections, our IICRC-certified team provides reliable and comprehensive mold removal in Toronto, including odour removal and air quality testing.
What Are Ice Dams?
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Ice dams form when heat escapes from your attic and warms the underside of the roof. Snow on the roof begins to melt, and as the water runs down toward the colder edges, it refreezes. Over time, this process creates a thick ridge of ice along the eaves. That ridge traps additional melting snow behind it, preventing proper drainage.
While ice dams may appear to be only an exterior issue, the damage often happens beneath the surface. The trapped water has nowhere to go and can seep under shingles, penetrate roofing materials, and saturate insulation and wood structures in the attic.
How Do Ice Dams Cause Water Damage?
When melting snow is forced backward under shingles, moisture infiltrates areas that are not designed to be waterproof. Roof decking, insulation, rafters, and ceiling materials can all absorb water. Even small, repeated leaks over an extended period of time create the ideal environment for long-term damage.
Attics are especially vulnerable because they are rarely visited. Water damage can go unnoticed for weeks or months. During that time, insulation becomes damp, wood framing remains wet, and air circulation is often limited. These conditions accelerate deterioration and create a breeding ground for microbial growth.
If left untreated, the resulting damage may require both structural repairs and professional mold removal in Toronto to restore safe conditions. If you’ve had water damage in your attic or roof damage, you may have a serious mold problem. Trust Inch By Inch Inspections for prompt mold removal in Toronto and throughout the Greater Toronto Area.
How Does Attic Water Damage Cause Mold?
Once mold begins to develop, it can release mycotoxins and odours into the air, which can spread throughout your property through HVAC and ventilation systems. When exposure to mold spores continues for an extended period of time, you and other occupants can experience serious health symptoms. Prioritizing attic mold removal before mold spreads helps to mitigate these harmful health implications and protect your and your loved ones’ well-being.
Trust Inch By Inch Inspections for IICRC-Certified Mold Removal in Toronto
If you notice strong musty odours, attic damage, ice damming, or other symptoms of mold or mold exposure, don’t wait to contact Inch By Inch Inspections. Our team is IICRC-certified and ready to provide you with comprehensive remediation, air quality testing, and odour removal services.
