How To Prevent Storm Damage in Your Elkton Home

1/26/2021 (Permalink)

During a cold snap, your Cecil County home can experience a significant water damage event due to the frigid temperatures.  A substantial snowstorm or even a burst of cold weather can cause a large threat to your home.

One risk of storm damage is the formation of an ice dam.  This is ice that has built up at the edge of a roof and blocks the gutters and other drainage along the roof.  When the snow begins to melt, the water therefore has nowhere to drain and then begins to leak into the structure.  Once the water damage begins to grow, signs of damage can be found on areas such as your walls and ceilings.  If the damage isn’t resolved in time, it can then lead to further water damage including flooding.

In addition, frozen pipes are a significant factor of storm damage during the winter.  If a pipe freezes or breaks, substantial water can leak into your home.  Signs of frozen pipes include no running water, cracked pipes, or wet drywall.  It is important to inspect your pipes during the cold months for signs of this issue.  This photo shows a collapsed ceiling after two pipes froze and broke inside of a local Elkton home, causing extensive damage.

Should you experience any type of water damage this winter, SERVPRO of Cecil County can handle any size storm event from a small leak to a substantial flooding. Our storm restoration professionals are always ready when storm damage strikes.