these cables don't get caught up in the snow?
20293
Not exactly sure what caught up in the snow refers to, but the cables stay in place and prevent ice jams from forming in my gutters which is what prompted me to buy the cables in the first place. Before installing cables, I would probably have over one hundred pounds of ice hanging from my gutters, not a good situation.
20294
No, they are attached to the roof shingles with clips (included in kit) before the snow season. Plug them in when the snow/ice starts and they will prevent ice dams. Even in high winds they stay put.
20295
The best time to install the cable is in the summer because the cable is pliable and easy to maneuver and clip down. Then during winter when you plug it in, the heat that radiates from the cable melts the snow/ice in the zig zag pattern according to how the directions tell you to install it. I've not had any problem with the cable being shifted or pulled out of place with any amount of snow. I bought an extra package of fastening clips to use in order to insure the installation was firm in place and to have extra clips on hand for later.
20296
I agree with the other responses. When installed and clipped to the roof shinges in the summertime the cables lie on the roof and stay there. They will not lift or move during a heavy snowfall. I would like to mention that even though during a heavy snow the cables will not melt all the way to the top, they will continue keep open channels at the surface of the roof which allows the melted water to flow underneath the heavy snowfall. Because of this you will not get ice build up on the eaves. Mine have been installed for 2 years and continue to function and are still secured in the orignial location. Upstate NY, it snows here. I agree with the other responses. When installed and clipped to the roof shinges in the summertime the cables lie on the roof and stay there. They will not lift or move during a heavy snowfall. I would like to mention that even though during a heavy snow the cables will not melt all the way to the top, they will continue keep open channels at the surface of the roof which allows the melted water to flow underneath the heavy snowfall. Because of this you will not get ice build up on the eaves. Mine have been installed for 2 years and continue to function and are still secured in the orignial... » Read More I agree with the other responses. When installed and clipped to the roof shinges in the summertime the cables lie on the roof and stay there. They will not lift or move during a heavy snowfall. I would like to mention that even though during a heavy snow the cables will not melt all the way to the top, they will continue keep open channels at the surface of the roof which allows the melted water to flow underneath the heavy snowfall. Because of this you will not get ice build up on the eaves. Mine have been installed for 2 years and continue to function and are still secured in the orignial location. Upstate NY, it snows here. « Show Less
20297
you have to use the clips the cable comes with. read the directions they are very informative.
20298
I have had mine a couple years and they don,t ever get caught in the snow. Bob
20299
I have had them on for a couple of years, and they have been effective at preventing ice dams. I found that the clips that hold them to the shingles were a little flimsy as far as gripping the shingle, so I used an adhesive to hold the clips more firmly to the shingles. Note, that you cannot expect to drag a roof rake across these heating cables, but the purpose of the cabels is to avoid the use of a roof rake. I used the cables on the shed dormer on the back of my house which is difficult to access with a roof rake.
20300
I have two of them, they melt the snow and make a channel to the gutter-down spout, melt water is gone. We are in Florida, but my daughter stops by our northern residence in the Buffalo, NY area and turns them on when we get snow which Buffalo gets on occasion.:) No icecycles since the installation which used to be a big problem.
20301
Never had troubles with cables caught in snow.We have cables on 4 buildings now and never seen any troubles like that.Like Cheryl said "best time to lay cables out is in the spring and summer".Makes it easy to work with and the cables get to lay smooth from the heat.
323405
They work extremely well in snow. In ice, you'll need to fit them with chains and maybe load them......
229927
Yes they work outside in the cold, rain, snow etc. Mine are on my deck stairs outside and they have worked flawlessly all winter and it's been below freezing quite often. As for adhesive tape you should be fine. They aren't heavy and have plenty of flat surface on the backs to adhere to.
1733001
The cord you inquired about is not an outdoor or protected cable. There are outdoor cables that short or try ACE Hardware for better advice. Hope this helps and you don't light up the birds. John Burnett
534776
ADT mounted these around my home, outside. I've had no problems with these. But I still wrapped the connections to protect them from the weather with protective tape around the connectors.
1200474
Before mine died (due to frayed wiring), I left them outside once. It snowed, then rained. I didn't find them for a couple of days. But they still worked fine after recharging.
680033
I have one and have not received that warning with this brand. (With some previous cables I did.) I just ordered two more 6' and one more 18" RND cable.
2275822
Yes! I use the same projector with the same amp and get no snow. Been using this combo for a year now. Defect possibly?
660759
I am laying this cable today outdoors, however, i have it protected by conduit. I have been told that it will be OK. Trust this helps
2284170
No problem with mine. These cables are thin but that only means they are made of strong material, not just any old wire.
1760348
I wouldn't trust them to be weather resistant, the item isn't marketed as such and what you see in the picture is what you get, the connections would be at risk of damage if they were to get wet.
368368
I have several hundred feet installed. I do NOT think it would be possible to rake any snow near the gutter portion of the roof; such as within about 2 feet from the gutters up in my case. It would catch the cable and pull it loose. (And it would be a pain to put it back at that time, cuz the shingles are cold/brittle.) I say no.
591545
I don't know what the specs are for the cable but I have it outside my house all winter with no issues and I'm sure with wind we've hit negative double digits
2125862
I would suggest talking with customer support at the manufacture. I have not used mine all winter but will be using mine at least by May. I am waiting for the snow to melt.
1600082
Resistance!? These are weather-proof and they are sturdy and best for a good connection (mine have been working for over a year)..,so far
1760350
As long as you seal them up I think you'd be okay. After you make the connections outdoors, You could wrap them with plastic. Use a cable that can withstand the conditions you're going to face.
1917740
I wrap my connectors with black electrical tape and bury them just below the soil surface. It's not completely waterproof but the tape helps to protect it. Sometimes our winters include snow and ice on the ground for long periods and I've not had any trouble.