How Homeowners Can Protect Their Homes from Winter Storm Damage

1/30/2023 (Permalink)

How to Protect Your Home from Winter Storm Damage

Winter storms can cause a lot of damage to homes — especially on Long Island. From snow and ice buildup on roofs to frozen pipes, these kinds of weather-related disasters can be costly to repair. Fortunately, SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma is here to share some steps homeowners can take to protect their Suffolk County homes from winter storm damage. 

Let’s look at a few of them:

Maintain Your Roof and Gutters 

Every autumn, before the winter season arrives, it’s important to ensure that your roof is in good condition and free of any debris or buildup that could prevent melting snow and ice from draining off the roof properly. You should also ensure that your gutters are clean so they can effectively carry water away from your home. If you need help with this task, consider hiring a professional roofing company to inspect and maintain your roof.

Insulate Your Pipes 

Frozen pipes are one of the most common causes of winter storm damage to Long Island homes. To prevent this from happening, insulating any exposed pipes in basements, attics, crawl spaces, garage walls, and other areas where temperatures may drop below freezing is important. You can find insulation kits at most hardware stores or hire a plumber for a more comprehensive solution.

Clear Snow Away From Your Home 

Snow buildup around your home can lead to water seeping through cracks in foundations or windowsills and flooding near doors and windows when the snow melts quickly due to warmer temperatures. To prevent this damage, homeowners need to clear away any snow buildup near their homes as soon as possible after each winter storm passes through their area. This will help keep water from pooling around your home, which could lead to costly repairs.

Storm Damage Cleanup and Restoration Services in Suffolk County You Can Count On

Protecting your home from winter storm damage is an important step in keeping you and your property safe during the frigid Long Island winters. However, should your Suffolk County home sustain storm-related damages of any kind, SERVPRO of Ronkonkoma is here to help save the day with our storm damage cleanup and restoration services. 

To speak with a member of our friendly team, give us a call at (631) 585-0007 or fill out a form!