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Have you prepared your home for a storm?

12/20/2019 (Permalink)

Are you prepared for this season's winter storms? Before they happen, ensure that certain systems in your home are maintained to stand up to a storm.

Let’s start from the top down, how is the integrity of the roof? Do vents have cracks in the rubber seal? Are you missing shingles from high winds? Are they torn or frayed? Are the gutters free flowing and clear of leaves, sediment and debris? If these items have been checked and passed inspection then you’re are in good shape. If not, then you have some work to do, or else you better keep our number handy.

Storm doors and windows should have been caulked and winterized by now. Replace the rubber strip sweeper on storm doors and exterior doors. Not only does this save money on your electricity bill, it can prevent water from being driven into the house. Caulking the windows can help keep the elements out, but also check for water damage around the seals and frames of the windows. Is the flashing doing its job?

Sump pumps, and dehumidifiers.  These systems in your basement or crawl space help to keep it dry. If you can or have an emergency backup generator be sure that the sump pump (if you have one) is attached to that power source. If the power goes out in a storm this is one thing you want to ensure it is still running and doing its job. Basements are inherently damp and trap humidity; some folks use dehumidifiers to combat this problem. Ensure that the drain line is clear and runs freely. If you find that you are running it all the time you may want to check the walls for moisture content. If the reading is high or water is seeping through the walls it may be a landscaping issue outside.

If heavy rains cause pooling of water near your homes foundation, this should be a cause for concern. We have seen where heavy water has caused a basement wall to collapse. Ensure that the grade of your landscaping draws water away from the home. If this is not possible then there are some tricks you can use, like rubber sheeting and French drains to help stave off storm water from causing damage to your home. 

We can’t guarantee that you won’t ever have a water damage but if you do, we will make it “Like it never even happened.” It’s best to call us directly 336-946-1131

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