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4/10/2023 (Permalink)
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For some, the best time of year is rapidly approaching. Spring brings with it the excitement of switching out warm clothing and planning to spend the days in the sun. While you look forward to the season, make sure you also start preparing your house for lots of rain.
Just as you spring-clean the inside of your home, it is important to use the changing seasons as a time to clean up the outside of your home. Help your house shake the winter dust off and prevent damage from a disaster.
One of the first things you should do as winter begins to fade away is to look around your property for excess debris. We experienced a lot of rain this winter, and that combined with the occasional freezes that hit could have left limbs, leaves and other debris piled up inside your gutters and around your downspouts. When your gutter system is blocked, it can lead to water overflow on your roof and leaks in your attic space.
When you go out to check your gutters, walk the rest of your property and look for pile-ups around vents. Check your HVAC and dryer vents, and remove anything near them. This not only helps prevent a water disaster, but it also protects your home from a potential fire hazard.
Frozen pipes are always a possibility when our temperatures drop, particularly because our weather can be so back and forth. Check your outdoor faucets for dripping or any signs of cracks. Keep foam covers handy in case of a late-season freeze so you can cover your faucets quickly.
Even without long-term freezing temperatures, most of us are driven indoors for the majority of the winter season, which can make keeping an eye on your roof and your foundation tricky.
Fortunately, we experience a good bit of warm weather before the bulk of spring really sets in, so use those warmer days to inspect your roof and the eaves of your home for visible signs of damage. Look for places your gutters may have come loose as well.
A tiny little drip can lead to a whole lot of damage, particularly in our area which is so prone to tornadoes during spring. Fix issues now so that your home can withstand the wind and rain that are headed our way and avoid a disaster.
Tornadoes are a common part of our weather in Arkansas, so many of our homes have basements. If you have a sump pump to protect your basement, give it a good inspection early in the season before the rain can get heavy. Check for clogged pipes and ensure it is draining appropriately to avoid a flood in the lower level of your home.
Take the time to stock on emergency supplies as well, and switch out any seasonal items for rain gear. Make sure you have two ways to receive alerts and ensure your communication plan is up-to-date and your family knows where to go if a tornado should occur. Spring weather turns violent quickly here, so the more prepared you are, the safer you can stay.
If water damage does happen, call us at SERVPRO. We are ready to take your call 24⁄7 and have a team of local experts with industry-leading equipment that can respond to your home fast. It is our goal to prevent excessive damage and protect your property so you can get back home quickly and safely.
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