DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — As temperatures rise and fall, all of that snow and ice on your roof is in a vicious cycle of thawing and refreezing that can result in serious and expensive damage.

Here's what you need to know to stay safe around icicles, and prevent damage ... snow buildup melts during the day and refreezes at night. That forms a ridge of ice on the edge of the roof that ...

After rounds of snow, your home may look like it’s being buried in snow ... How much snow your home’s roof can handle is determined by looking back at 50 years worth of historic weather ...

Ice dams pose a significant threat and can lead to extensive water damage ... snow or ice on the roof. In addition to ice dam formation, higher levels of attic moisture can also lead to mold-like ...

"It is a retractable roof. It is a fantastic machine but it buckled. We measured up to 14 inches of snow. In severe weather warnings you open it in so that it folds up like an accordion.

says homeowners’ policies generally cover damage caused by the weight of snow and ice. “A homeowners policy is going to cover the weight of ice and snow,” Lovecchio said. “If your roof ...