Spring Storm Damage

3/26/2019 (Permalink)

High winds uprooted this tree right onto this home's roof

Although it is not storm season yet spring can bring some serious headaches when it comes to weather. The constant High Winds, melting snow, heavy rains, saturated ground etc.. can all equate to problems as a home owner. So here are a few helpful tips to be proactive rather than reactive; however if you have to be reactive make sure to react by calling SERVPRO of EAST CENTRAL MORRIS COUNTY ;)

1. Make sure your sump pump is working, it will be working overtime with the ground saturated with rain and melting snow so keep an eye on it.
2. Check the trees around your property for damage, large broken limbs are just waiting for gusty winds to help it come crashing down on your fence or roof
3. Inspect your house for damage to the roof, siding, exterior foundation walls. 
4. Check for animal nests, Over the winter wild animals may have invited themselves to stay in your warm cozy property. Entry holes near eaves or close to ground, drilling sites by birds or insects, chew marks on wood or wiring, or shredded building materials around the foundation. Check your attic and crawl spaces for animal droppings
5. Seal up leaks. Inspect the sealant around your windows, doors, and places where utility pipes enter the exterior walls of your house. If it is cracked or shrinking, use a urethane-based caulk to seal cracks and prevent water intrusion.

Just a few things you can add to your "Honey do List" that will keep you busy on the weekends. Like you don't have enough to do but hey, welcome to home ownership right. Haha