What Can I Do to Prevent Water Damage After my Pipes Freeze in Mahopac?

1/25/2022 (Permalink)

Storms are hard enough without adding ice to the mix, call SERVPRO of Putnam County we can help.

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When the temperature plummets in the winter, the water supply lines running into your home could freeze and crack if sections get too cold. On average, property damage claims due to pipe freezes cost homeowners and insurance companies about $5,000. The high cost is normally due to the issues caused when water pours out into your home over a long period. 

Problems caused by frozen pipes and ice damming in Mahopac can be avoided or lessened if you conduct some procedures once you notice an issue. For example, if you see that your water only trickles when you turn on a faucet, you could take steps to thaw out your water lines before they break. Or, if you realize an ice dam has formed on a section of your roof, you can remove it before moisture backs up and leaks into your house. 

If you think your pipes could be frozen, it is wise to follow them and feel for cold sections. Start inspecting your water lines from areas where they run close to exterior walls or your garage. Once you find the cold spot, you can take a hairdryer to thaw out the lines or set up a space heater in the area. 

You can spot ice dams if large icicles start forming on one section of your roof. If your roof is still covered in snow, then you can use an aluminum rake with a long handle to get the snow off of the top. You can also de-ice your roof by filling pantyhose with a calcium chloride ice melter and placing it on the roof. However, if you notice a water leak despite your efforts, our SERVPRO technicians can help you with the following:

• Water Extraction
• Applied Structural Drying (ASD)
• Water Damage Repairs
• Fixing Leaking Roofs
• Attic Mold Inspections
• Black Mold Remediation

If water ever gets into your house after a major freeze or snowstorm, call SERVPRO of Putnam County at (845) 228-1090.