Colder weather brings a lot of joy to many. It is the start of the holidays as well as winter sports. We all know to do our winterization, but we sometimes become lax and forget about certain parts. Water damages are more common than you may believe during the winter. You may be shocked to learn about water damages with all the ice and snow, as everything is frozen. Below, we will discuss some water damages and ways you can prevent them from occurring this winter.

Frozen Pipes

Harsh winters are typical, and we all know about insulating exposed pipes, but we see a lot of frozen pipes that lead to water damages. Insulate all of your outdoor pipes, including spigots. This is the best way to prevent frozen pipes. It is also important to leave your heat on, even when traveling or on vacation. If your heat is not on and temperatures drop inside your home, it will likely cause pipes to burst, which will lead to water damages.

Ice Dams

Ice dams occur on the edge of your roof. As ice builds up, melts, and refreezes, it causes a dam. This dam stops water from running off your roof. With nowhere for the water to go, it can begin to seep into your roof and the side of your home. An ice dam is not only dangerous because there is a chance it will fall off of your roof, but it can cause significant water damages to your property without your knowledge.

Attic and Basement Water Damages

Attics and basements are two areas that most do not enter often. If a leak occurs in either your attic or basement, it could be weeks or months before you realize there is a problem. This length of time allows for rot and mold to form on hour property.

Windows

Windows should be properly sealed. If your windows have a crack or broken seal, it is a possibility that water will leak into your home. This will most likely be caught quickly, but water can spread fast and cause extensive damages.

If you have water damage on your property this winter, call a disaster cleanup company for water damage restoration. They will handle the removal and complete cleanup of all water and the damages that have occurred.