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The Pacific Northwest is certainly known for its wet climate and cold weather, especially during the winter months. There are some major events that can cause water damage to your home if you aren’t careful. Water damage only gets worse when left untreated, so there are a couple of things to keep an eye out for when it comes to making sure your home is protected during the cold and stormy season.
One of the worst challenges of winter is the rain and snow that freezes and will not melt. We mostly worry about having to travel on slick, icy roads when facing freezing rain. However, it can also pose a threat of damage to your home.
The heat from inside your home can start to melt the ice and snow that is on your roof from the bottom. This can cause water to seep in through the shingles of the roof and create a layer of water that is susceptible to forming mold. The moisture can also weaken your roof. A combination of the heavy snow on your roof and the layer of water can put your roof at risk of collapsing and caving in.
If you suspect that there is moisture seeping through the shingles of your roof, the best thing you can do is call the professionals to come to take care of the water damage restoration as soon as possible to help prevent the risk of forming mold and the roof from caving in on you.
The risk of flooding in your neighborhood is higher because of the increase in precipitation in the winter months. Unfortunately, this can cause problems both inside and outside your home. It can form mold and cause wood to rot. Furthermore, if flooding causes damage to the roof, floor, and walls of your home, parts of the house can cave in, making even more problems that are more difficult and lengthier to fix.
When mold forms in your home, it can cause a risk to your health. If it is not properly cleaned until it’s all gone, it can continue to regrow and spread. The wet climate of the Pacific Northwest can make this even worse, so it is even more important to call a professional like FireWater Restoration to make sure any growing mold is completely removed after flooding.
Outside flooding usually occurs when storm drains get clogged. When the flooding reaches your home, any debris that is in the water can wear down your house’s structure. It may be hard to immediately see the damage to your floors, walls, and ceilings. It is vital to make sure that the damage is restored before it gets worse, so if you are concerned, the best thing you can do is have a professional restoration team check it for you and then repair any damage that there is.
It is difficult when outside elements wreak havoc on your home. Water damage can pose a lot of problems. Calling FireWater Restoration to help repair damage is the best thing you can do to make sure your home stays safe.
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