Insulating the attic floor certainly does help.
I am not there. I cannot view house in question. I can only give general guidelines. In some situations the roof is properly done. But on the north side, snow builds up and will not melt as does the southern side. Ice can build up and actually enter the inside through the exterior walls/siding. A good builder will actually place the Ice and Water Shield on the exterior plywood at these dormers before putting the roof shingles and siding. And a good builder will place copper or aluminum flashing - one large single piece and step flashing in the valleys before siding and roofing is done. Fixing items such as this could require removal of siding and roof shingles. If you are viewing such issues do find a reputable builder/contractor. Some roofers are builders also. This potentially is an issue above and beyond the pervue of a standard home inspector. Always obtain a 2nd opinion.
Snow Throwers.
The short answer is to go to a big box store and purchase one. Some have electric start with a cord. The long answer is to purchase one from one of the local retail stores that actually repairs such. Some of the local retailers will come and pick up when repairs are needed. My biased opinion is to stay away from any product manufactured by MTD. And to stay away from any engine manufactured in China. You do have to ask. MTD has purchased many brand names and cheapified them all. Briggs & Stratton manufactures some engines in China now. Do some serious homework on this item and do ask others. Repairs are needed for snow throwers and it can be a hassle getting machine to a repair facility. Saving a few dollars up front may not be the best answer.
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