Living in Chagrin Falls, there are some types of property damage that are unavoidable. Today we will share with you the two most common cold weather problems and how you can prevent them.
We’ll begin by discussing frozen pipes. These are a common problem, but we have several ideas for prevention. If the forecast is projected to creep below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, try some of the ideas below.
- Don’t turn off your furnace. A warm home equals a warming plumbing system. Remember that saving a few dollars from lower heat will not be worth it when a pipe bursts.
- Prevent freezing by letting your faucets drip during extreme cold temperatures.
- Call a plumber immediately if your pipes freeze.
The second addition on our list is ice dams, when water builds up behind large areas of ice on your roof.
- Insulate your attic. Good insulation will keep warm air out of the attic preventing snow from melting.
- Improve ventilation. You can keep your attic cool with an eave, soffit, ridge, gable, or other form of ventilation.
- What if you find an ice dam on your roof? Call Paul Davis Restoration of Cleveland Metro as soon as you can.
Source: disaster.org
