Prepare for Winter Storms!

12/3/2020 (Permalink)

Protect Your Home This Winter!

It has been a mild winter in the Quad Cities so far, but the official start of winter is right around the corner! It’s important to remember how to prepare for winter storms. Knowing what to expect is the best way to keep your home and businesses safe!

1. Ice

The weight of ice on your gutters could cause them to fall off. The best way to prevent major ice and water damage on your home is to ensure your home is well-insulated. Make sure that any gaps are sealed around light fixtures to keep warm air from rising into your attic and keep your attic well insulated to prevent warm air escaping out your roof. Ice can also weigh down tree branches and cause them to break and fall on your home or powerlines. Check the trees on your property frequently to look for broken or weak branches that are susceptible to coming down under the weight of ice.

2. Strong winds

Strong and heavy winds can blow shingles loose on your roof or take off your gutters or siding. If damage like this occurs, your home or business is prone to water damage. Sometimes this damage can occur in areas that are hard to see and you may not even realize that water damage is underway. Inspecting your roof, siding, and gutters before and after a heavy storm is the best way to prepare!

3. Heavy Snow

Sometimes removing heavy snow from your roof or tree limbs is the best way to prevent future damage. Two feet of packed snow is enough to make a roof collapse! Reach out to professionals who have experience and proper safety equipment to remove excessive snow.

Be observant and prepared this winter! It could be what prevents water damage to your home or business. If water damage does happen to your home, then call SERVPRO. Our team of experts are available 24/7 and we will make the damage seem "Like it never even happened."

SERVPRO of Davenport/Bettendorf and Moline/Rock Island (563)386-3540