Protecting Your Home From Melting Snow & Ice

12/14/2021 (Permalink)

As we’re all aware, Winter has finally taken over as the dominant season across Long Island. With temperatures continuing to drop, seeking shelter in a warm area becomes far more desirable. However, adverse effects due to the weather is something that many home and business owners don’t think of until it’s too late. While the snow and ice might look pretty when it’s fresh, it can cause big problems once it begins to melt. Instead of running the risk of water damage this season, check out a few quick home remedies below.

Move Snow And Ice

When it snows, shoveling it away becomes an extremely necessary task, however, many homeowners fail to remove it from key areas. Your driveway, steps and sidewalk are important, but there are other places in which it should be removed from as well. If your home has a basement with windows, or a lot of grass surrounding the perimeter, it might also be a good idea to remove it from there. When the ice begins to melt, excess water can find its way into cracks and crevices, as well as cause flooding in areas you don’t want to see water.

Roofing Inspections

If you haven’t had your roof looked at in a while, make sure you’re checking it out as soon as possible, and before the snow comes. Melting snow can result in leaks from your roof, which can not only harm your home, but cost a pretty penny to fix. The best way to fix this is to remove snow from your roof if possible, and have your shingles inspected at least once per year.

Ice Melt

A great way to battle ice anywhere is to use ice melt to eliminate it, and brush the water away from your home. While this might sound a bit far-fetched, it actually keeps water away from areas that can sustain damage, and reduces the chance of water refreezing in high-traffic areas! 

Should you find yourself in a situation in which you’ve sustained water damage this season, keep in mind that timeliness is key. Addressing the problem early on is imperative, and the team at SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma is ready to handle your water issues at any moment. To learn more, fill out our contact form or give us a call today at 631-296-0465 to learn more!