Can I install only on roof and not in the gutters
1103949
I installed mine on the roof AND the gutters as it would be of no value if the gutters froze solid. Ice dams would still form without a way for the melted water to get away.
1103950
If there is no gutter that would be fine, but if there is a gutter I would put it in the gutter also or your gutter may fill up with ice.
1103951
Yes you can. I have separate cables - one for a section of my roof, the other for a gutter/downspout.
1103952
Yes you can install it in gutters as per instructions - you need to double back with the line. It works.
1103953
The purpose of the heat-tapes is to melt a path for the melting ice/snow water to get off your roof. If your gutter is frozen solid, there's nowhere for the runoff to go, so it just refreezes and backs up. The heat tape in the gutter does not clear the gutter, it merely provides a space for the trickle of melted snow/ice to get off and away from your roof. And don't forget the downspout, the water has got to go somewhere. So, in summary, I think if you're going to do the roof, if you have gutters, then I think you should also do the gutters and downspout. In fact, my second season I put the heat tape in only the gutters and downspout. Good luck. The purpose of the heat-tapes is to melt a path for the melting ice/snow water to get off your roof. If your gutter is frozen solid, there's nowhere for the runoff to go, so it just refreezes and backs up. The heat tape in the gutter does not clear the gutter, it merely provides a space for the trickle of melted snow/ice to get off and away from your roof. And don't forget the downspout, the water has got to go somewhere. So, in summary, I think if you're going to do the roof, if you have gutters, then I think you should also do the gutters and downspout. In fact, my second season I put the... » Read More The purpose of the heat-tapes is to melt a path for the melting ice/snow water to get off your roof. If your gutter is frozen solid, there's nowhere for the runoff to go, so it just refreezes and backs up. The heat tape in the gutter does not clear the gutter, it merely provides a space for the trickle of melted snow/ice to get off and away from your roof. And don't forget the downspout, the water has got to go somewhere. So, in summary, I think if you're going to do the roof, if you have gutters, then I think you should also do the gutters and downspout. In fact, my second season I put the heat tape in only the gutters and downspout. Good luck. « Show Less
1103954
Yes... not recommended. ... you risk ice build up in the gutter, soffit and fascia areas.... which can lead to water damage.
1103955
I believe the instructions suggest letting the cable drape into the gutter when installing it on the roof, so that it breaks the ice in both the gutter and roof edge. This can be used in just the gutter OR just the roof. I even read a review where the guy draped it on his sidewalk and/or driveway to melt things so he didn't have to shovel....then coiled it back up when everything was melted. I use it for bottom heat to grow plants in my greenhouse. I find these cables useful for more than their listed purpose.
392066
Hi, Trish:My stand-off can be mounted as shown for a vertical wall, or it can be mounted upside down, so the standoff might be able to go onto the sloping roof above the gutter. I suppose it depends upon the slope of the roof.Years ago, I used the standoff against a sturdy 2X fascia board, which extended well below the gutter. I was very careful to make sure the legs could not slip. I hope this rambling response might be useful.Best wishes, Theodore
341750
I don't think so the roof kinda sticks out it's not flush to be able to put against a house. The sale one that can be Where it diesnt have a wall on one side, amazon sales that one too
2088942
It can be mounted on a roof or most any where near by. The only limit that I can see will be the ability of your pump to push the water. I would try it out where you want it before I mounted it.
1445081
I don't know the country, it might be England, I didn't have metal roof, but you have to invision of there is anything on the roof it can hook to. You can use either ends, depending how you install it. You still have to use caution, not to fall from the roof.
955925
You install UNDER your 9 inch mounting nails if the nailing (to support your gutter) was installed at the top edge of your gutter to the facia or truss.
871636
If it is placed on the proper rungs, it will bridge the gap for gutter maintenance. Not exactly sure what you mean by "On the roof"?
1641148
No you just don't want to hang it too close to your roof overhang...mine's at chest height so I can service it easy...
1251965
Yes they can be mounted underneath the gutters on he soffit. The only warning of any kind in the instructions is they not be mounted on a pole that sways in the wind.
1523422
No. There are contact points on all four sides that the roof poles rest on, so you have to have some kind of support every ten feet. Otherwise you have a full side or end unsupported, which makes it useless.
131232
Doubt if there is a way. Might help if you build a wooden porch outside? 2 sides and an angled roof. I am going to do this
305724
Here is a link to the one I used. I didn't mount it on the roof, but it says you can:Lifetime 9594 Universal Mounting KitScott
15578
No they cant - you have to have some sort of mounting rack on the roof. Malone makes the HR20 MPG453 that will work on a bare roof, or you can look an roof kits from other mfgrs like Thule or Yakima.
29062
I do not know, contact the manufacturer, they may have a special kit to install on the metal roof
350804
Yes. See directions. You simply send a loop down the downspout and continue on through the gutter or up on the roofline. The loop is held apart from itself by clips you put every foot or so. **Be sure to double the length of your downspout when estimating the length you need as it will go down and back up the downspout.**
299125
Yes you do, but its not a big deal. 2 small holes for the mounting bracjets and 1 sightly larger hole for the wire (ab I ut as thick as an extensiin cord. Make as small of holes as possible for best waterproofing and durability. Use silicone caulk around the where the wire meets your roof for more waterproofing, and around the base of the feet. Smooth caulk with finger and youre good to go!
2051308
You can use with metal, vinyl or plastic gutters and downspouts. Not sure about the roof.