Water Damage from Melted Snow in Lehman

2/16/2021 (Permalink)

Don't let Winter linger for longer than it should!

It's hard to imagine now, but it will soon enough be Spring in NEPA. After what has been a pretty icy, snowy and eventful Winter, Lehman residents need to keep in mind the copious amounts of melting snow. 

As we see the snow fall develop into rain fall with the combination of warmer temperatures, the large amount of snow fall we received this Winter will begin to melt. When this happens at a fast rate, flooding is unfortunately bound to happen in residential and commercial properties. 

Here are a few tips to avoid flooding as the snow melts:

1. Gutters & Downspouts. - Keep gutters free of debris and position downspouts away from the foundation of your home. 
2. Foundation Cracks. - Inspect the exterior foundation and your basement's walls and floors.
3. Sump Pumps. - Make sure your sump pump is working and automatically turns on when it sensors water. 
4. Window Well Covers. - If you have below-grade basement windows, install window well covers that will fasten securely to your home's foundation
5. Generators. - Think about investing in a generator if you do not already have one. This will ensure your sump pump and other important utilities are not knocked out if the power goes out.
6. Insurance. - Always know what kind of coverage you have through your homeowners policy. Insurance can be confusing, so schedule a call with your policy holder to discuss. 

As the snow melts, if you find yourself dealing with water damage, give us a call. We can help.