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The Cold Hard Truth: What Are Ice Dams and Why Do They Happen?

The Cold Hard Truth: What Are Ice Dams and Why Do They Happen?

The Cold Hard Truth: What Are Ice Dams and Why Do They Happen?Northwind Exteriors
Published on: 10/12/2025

Learn what causes ice dams and why sometimes even good insulation can't stop them. Discover how Northwind Exteriors uses safe steam removal to protect your roof and stop leaks fast.

Roofing TipsWinter Roof CareHoliday Season
Why Your Roof is Leaking (It's an Ice Dam) and How to Stop It Now

Why Your Roof is Leaking (It's an Ice Dam) and How to Stop It Now

Why Your Roof is Leaking (It's an Ice Dam) and How to Stop It NowNorthwind Exteriors
Published on: 08/12/2025

Stop your winter leak! Northwind Exteriors (Ice Dam Liquidators) offers safe, steam-based ice dam removal in Park Ridge, Rosemont, and Glenview. Call 773-998-4000.

Roofing TipsWinter Roof Care
January’s Deep Freeze is Coming: How Malarkey’s Rubberized Asphalt Stays Strong When Others Crack

January’s Deep Freeze is Coming: How Malarkey’s Rubberized Asphalt Stays Strong When Others Crack

January’s Deep Freeze is Coming: How Malarkey’s Rubberized Asphalt Stays Strong When Others CrackNorthwind Exteriors
Published on: 01/12/2025

January brings the most extreme cold, causing standard shingles to become brittle and crack. Discover how Malarkey’s polymer-modified (rubberized) asphalt retains its flexibility and Class 4 impact rating even in sub-zero temperatures.

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Winter Roof Health: The Critical Link Between Ventilation, Attic Temp, and Preventing December Ice Dams

Winter Roof Health: The Critical Link Between Ventilation, Attic Temp, and Preventing December Ice Dams

Winter Roof Health: The Critical Link Between Ventilation, Attic Temp, and Preventing December Ice DamsNorthwind Exteriors
Published on: 15/11/2025

Ice dams in December are often a ventilation problem, not just a gutter problem. Learn how a balanced roof system, with proper attic venting, keeps your roof deck cold to prevent damaging melt/refreeze cycles.

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Weathering the Winds of November: Malarkey’s Defense Against High-Speed Storms

Weathering the Winds of November: Malarkey’s Defense Against High-Speed Storms

Weathering the Winds of November: Malarkey’s Defense Against High-Speed StormsNorthwind Exteriors
Published on: 15/10/2025

High wind events are common in late fall. We look at the Malarkey roofing system's unique features, like the double rain seals and The Zone® nailing area, that secure your roof for the worst weather.

MalarkeyRoofing TipsWinter Roof Care
Need a fix? Expert roofing and siding repair services for storm and weather damage in Chicagoland

Need a fix? Expert roofing and siding repair services for storm and weather damage in Chicagoland

Need a fix? Expert roofing and siding repair services for storm and weather damage in ChicagolandNorthwind Exteriors
Published on: 01/06/2025

Don't replace your whole exterior for a small fix! Learn when to choose quality repair over replacement. Northwind handles localized shingle damage, flashing failures, and expert James Hardie siding repairs.

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