"Reed" wrote in message
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As odd as it sounds go up the ladder and attack the ice with a good
load of road salt. It will melt the ice without causing any damage to
your shingles. People have been doing this around here for years.


OK, I'll try some tomorrow. I assume, like a car, it would be good to
rinse everything later with water when possible.


Then when the spring arrives, call a roofer and ask about attic ventilation,
ridge vents, soffit vents and so on. Primary cause of ice dams is inadequate
attic ventilation and they will lead to long-term, major roof damage.