Winter Storm Damage Prevention

1/24/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Cecil County is always prepared for winter weather and the risks it brings to your home or business.  The cold temperatures and snowfall often lead to water damage issues such as frozen pipes and roof leaks.  Should you suffer water or structural damage in our Cecil County area, our storm restoration team can immediately visit your property to complete the proper mitigation, drying and cleaning techniques.  We can help to fully restore any extent of storm damage that occurs in our local area.  Below, we list several steps you can take in order to prevent significant water and storm damage.

• Check for signs of frozen pipes.  Insulate exposed pipes to prevent pipes from freezing and breaking.
• Open your outdoor valves and let the water inside the pipes drain.  Open your faucets to allow water to slowly drip out of the pipes.  This will help to prevent water from building up and freezing during frigid temperatures.
• Inspect your property for signs of damage.  Roof cracks, broken shingles, and improperly sealed walls are several factors that can pose a potential storm damage risk.  All issues should be repaired before a winter storm.  You should also inspect your property for structural issues after a storm.
• Snow should be removed from a roof before it has time to collect substantially and potentially cause a roof leak or collapse.  Removing snow will also prevent risks such as ice dams from forming.  These dams prevent water from draining through your drainage system and instead to leak into your property.

SERVPRO of Cecil County offers immediate emergency storm damage services for our local community.  In the event of extensive winter storm damage, our team can quickly help to restore your home or business.  Give us a call at 410-620-3322 to learn more!