Is Your Home Prepared for Spring Rains? | SERVPRO of Bartow County

3/18/2022 (Permalink)

If you home suffers water or flood damage after a storm call SERVPRO of Bartow County. We make flood and storm damage "Like it never even happened."

After the long winter, the rain of spring can be a welcomed change, especially because it means flower blooms are sure to follow! However, one detrimental aspect of spring rain is that we often get a *lot* of it here in Bartow County and when there is a high volume of water hitting your home, it can be persistent as it tries to find its way inside.

One thing Cartersville and other Bartow County homeowners can do to reduce the likelihood of sustaining rain-related water damage is to rain-proof their home. These simple home maintenance tasks can go a long way in keeping rainwater out of your home so you do not have to deal with the detrimental effects of water damage down the road.

How to Rainproof Your Home for Spring

- Clean Your Gutters and Downspouts - 

At minimum, gutters and downspouts should be cleaned twice per year, but depending on your tree coverage, you may find you have to do it more often. Your gutters are designed to route water away from your home, so if they are clogged, they will not be able to do this effectively. This can lead to water soaking into your roofline or your home’s foundation, which can cause concerning amounts of damage.

- Check Your Roof for Signs of Wear - 

Your home’s roof is your first line of defense against any weather, but if it starts to falter, water damage can quickly begin to seep in. While roofs as a whole typically last between 20 and 30 years, it is not abnormal to have to do minor maintenance and repairs within that time. Keep an eye out for missing shingles, flashing or other signs of wear that might indicate water could begin to work its way in.

- Reinforce Your Weatherstripping - 

Weatherstripping around any exterior doors and windows is a great, inexpensive way to ensure that rain stays out of your home. Weatherstripping surrounds the edge of window and door frames in order to form a watertight seal with the home. With time, weatherstripping may need to be replaced, so while it is inexpensive, it is also something that you will want to check on regularly.

*If you discover water damage in your Bartow County home or business, you can count on SERVPRO of Bartow County. Get in touch today at (770) 387-7455 or visit www.SERVPRObartowcounty.com to learn more about our water restoration services.