SNOW can cause water damage to your home

1/10/2020 (Permalink)

Snow fall is not uncommon in New Jersey during the winter months. Snow can cause significant water damage to your home. Here are a list of some of the ways snow can cause water damage 

• Weakens the Foundation
• Damages Floors
• Damages Walls
• Damages Furniture
• Damages Appliances and Electronics
• Damages Items Sitting on the Floor
• Can Cause Electrical Hazards
• Promotes Mold and Mildew Growth

You can follow these tips to help prevent water damage to your home during snow 

• Remove snow from around the foundation and away from the home. 
• Remove any snow away from the home that has fallen off the roof.
• Remove snow from around downspouts so melting snow on the roof can drain away from the home. 
• Place sandbags around the foundation. 
• Keep gutters and downspouts clear of leaves, branches, and debris. 
• Get your basement and foundation walls waterproofed. 
• Increase the grade of landscaping around the home.

If you have had any water damage to your home caused by snow contact our office, SERVPRO of Mount Ephraim / Bellmawr at 856-349-7318