It’s a cold winter’s night, and you’re ready to cozy up in front of the fireplace. A warm fire can be a great way to end the day but proper use of your fireplace is essential to the safety of your home and family.
What Causes Winter Roof Leaks?
- Ice damming. If snow collects on your roof, it can melt and refreeze on the edge of your roof. This can block water from running off the edge of your roof as more snow melts. Without anywhere else to go, the water can be forced under your roof and into your attic.
- Heavy ice and snow. If ice or snow gets too heavy, it can cause weak sections of your roof to collapse.
- Storm damage. Trees and branches can still fall in the winter during snowstorms. Sometimes, the danger is increased in the winter, because weak branches can be weighed down by heavy ice and snow and collapse onto your roof.
What Do I Do After My Roof Leaks?
After your roof leaks, there are some easy steps you can take to prevent the situation from getting worse.
- First, call a professional to fix the leak. Going onto your roof yourself can be dangerous, especially if it’s icy.
- Next, dry the affected area as much as you can. If the carpet, walls, or furniture stay wet, it’s easy for mold to grow. Even in the winter, mold can grow quickly in damp conditions, like in the aftermath of a roof leak.
- Finally, call a professional to help repair significant water damage including inside your walls or other hard to reach places. This decreases your chances of moldy surprises in the future.
Repairing roof leaks and water damage can get expensive. It is important to check with your homeowner’s insurance company to see if your policy may cover some of the costs.
Green Restoration Can Help
At Green Restoration, we can fix your roof leak and repair any water damage, keeping you and your family safe. We even offer direct billing to your insurance company if the repairs and damage warrant a claim. Our licensed, bonded, and insured teams use EPA-registered products to take care of your home….and the environment. Contact us today!