I am renovating my house roofing and I prefer concrete tile roofing this time. I have this idea of ice and water shields from http://www.rooflines.com . Are they effective? Please share your opinions here.
After spending several years abroad I can share my observations.
Most homes with snow fall use spanish or a slight curve. This is in an area that has: high winds, 2-4 ft snow intermittent years, and rain every third day. For snow and ice, some (but not many) have custom log braces about 4 foot from the gutter line. To be honest, falling snow and ice is part of living in colder climates.
I would ask this company to get you in touch with their clients who own "the system" they are advocating. This way, you'll know what to expect from the product. If the shields help melt snow and ice, perhaps this is a good thing. All I would add to that is your offload gutter system and spouts are placed properly to avoid splashing against the home.
I'll post a link if I find one that shows you what I am talking about in Europe.
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