Ice Dam Removal & Prevention in Hamburg, NY

Hamburg sits south of Buffalo, where NWS Buffalo says lake-effect snow is much heavier than to the north.

NWS Buffalo storm-total reports for observation points in or near Hamburg:

• 48 inches 1 mi N of Hamburg, Nov 17–19, 2014 lake-effect storm
• 81.2 inches 5 mi W of Hamburg, Nov 17–20, 2022 lake-effect storm
• 76 inches 3 mi SSW of Blasdell, Nov 17–20, 2022 lake-effect storm
• 44.5 inches 2.0 mi N of Hamburg, Nov 17–20, 2022 lake-effect storm

Ice dams form when heat leaking into the attic melts roof snow that refreezes at the cold eaves. The University of Minnesota Extension says air leaking from the house is the major source of that heat in many homes, and advises air-sealing the ceiling first, then adding insulation.

Erie County’s list has no roofing license for the Town of Hamburg. The Village of Hamburg registers only paving, blacktop and snow plow contractors. Erie County notes that the Blasdell ZIP code, 14219, overlaps the Village of Blasdell, the Town of Hamburg and the City of Lackawanna, so confirm your municipality first.

Everywhere in New York, General Business Law requires a written contract for most home improvement jobs over $500 with a three-day right to cancel. Roofers must show workers' compensation and liability insurance, cannot require a deposit, and cannot offer to cover your deductible. See our roofer licensing guide.