Beware of Ice Dams & Thaw Them Out Quickly at Your Home
Ice dams, also known as ice jams, occur when water builds up in your gutter system behind a blockage of ice. These can cause major concerns for homeowners because water does not drain properly from the roof, which can trigger flooding and water damage in other parts of your home.
When snow accumulates on a roof that does not have proper insulation, warmth from the attic can melt the snow. However, the water only gets as far as the gutter, where it freezes to ice. Snow that melts is blocked from draining, risking a leak in the roof.
To avoid this situation, proper insulation is key. This may seem at times like a necessity used to keep the cold out, but it is also used to keep the warmth in. By making sure your attic is insulated the right way, ice jams can be avoided.
Keep Your Pipes Covered to Prevent Bursting in the Winter Months
The pipes in your home are very important. They keep water and gas flowing where it should be, and when maintained properly, keep water and gas away from the areas it shouldn’t be. Keeping your pipes from bursting during the winter is essential.
The winter could be a harsh one. If your pipes get too cold, water freezing inside could cause them to burst, creating major problems.
There are many different steps to ensuring you have healthy, happy pipes for years to come. Here are a couple of them:
- Cover all pipes that lead to the outside of your house; you can buy covers at any hardware store
- When the dog rips off the cover, which she will, replace it as soon as possible
- Even when you are out of town, don’t turn off the heat completely; keep the house warm enough that nothing will freeze
There are steps you can take to ensure your home will be safe during even the harshest of winters. Keeping your pipes above freezing temperatures will help you avoid winter disasters.
This winter will likely be tough, but you can ensure that your home is tougher. Make sure that you have the best protection possible. Don’t allow winter to cause expensive damage. Be prepared for the worst conditions. But if the worst happens, call Panhandle Cleaning & Restoration, and we’ll turn your winter disaster back into a winter wonderland.
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