Prevent Water Damage Caused by Winter Storms

10/7/2021 (Permalink)

Are you prepared for a winter storm New Bedford? The most extreme winter storms bring snow, ice, sleet, as well as strong winds and frigid temperatures. 

To improve your safety in your home during a winter storm, you should make several preparations such as creating an emergency kit, insulating your home and protecting your heating equipment, also make sure to know how to shut off all utilities, especially your water and sprinkler valves. 

Here are a few suggestions on how to prep your home to effectively prevail against snow storms, freezing rain and chilly winds:

• Install smoke alarms and ensure proper ventilation– take precautions since fire       hazards increase drastically when flames are burning in fireplaces and the power systems are overburdened by heaters.

• Keep pipes from freezing – wrap pipes to provide some protection and let faucets drip a little as another preventative on really frigid days.

• Ensure proper drainage– have downspouts and basins clear of debris and maintain the plumbing system in perfect condition so that the water from the melting ice and snow can easily find its way out and away from your property.

• Trim bushes and trees – if you have a yard, make sure no branches spread dangerously near the house. 

• Clear snow away–remove snow and ice from the roof to prevent collapsing and clear accrued snow away from the foundations of the house to lower the risk of flooding.

As we ready ourselves for this coming winter, be sure to know SERVPRO of Dartmouth/New Bedford is Here to Help when it comes to water damage!