Winter preperations

1/21/2022 (Permalink)

The winter months are upon us and everyone is hurrying to get all of their preparations complete! These preparations can be the determining factor with house your home will survive during the frigid months. One of the best ways to get your house ready is to look into heat cables for your gutters. Its definitely in your best interest to avoid ice dams as much as possible.

Ice dams Are a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow from draining off the roof. The water that backs up behind the dam can leak into a home and cause damage to the walls, ceilings, insulation and other areas. There are however tips and tricks to prevent this disastrous situation.

1. Keep your gutters clean
2. Cap the hatch
3. Caulk any penetrations
4. Insulation in the ceiling

If you suspect you may have an ice dams give SERVPRO a call today at (208)523-5365. We have trained professionals available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!