If you think about water damaging your home, you might conjure up an image of a hurricane, torrential rain or other natural catastrophe. The unfortunate reality is that damage that is caused when ordinary household appliances fail can be just as destructive as an extreme weather event. According to the Insurance Industry Institute, water damage accounts […]
Christmas is almost here and before you know it, we all may be shoveling snow out of our walkways. In fact, this Saturday the Delaware Valley may get one to three inches of snow with temperatures dropping to twenty seven degrees on Friday. With that being said, prepping your home is vital to avoid potential […]
With the recent temperatures below the freezing mark, some home owners may experience frozen pipes. If your pipes are frozen, the next step is to thaw them out safely which can prevent cracking and then thousands of dollars in water damage and plumbing repairs. Here’s a few steps to thaw your frozen pipes: If you […]
The temperatures have fallen into single digits the last few nights, and with that comes potential dangers to your home. Here are some tips for getting your home in order to handle a winter storm: Clean out gutters, disconnect and drain all outside hoses. If possible, shut off outside water valves. Insulate walls and attics, […]
Every winter season, the pipes in your home are at risk of damage from freezing conditions. Low temperatures can cause your water pipes to freeze, and in some cases burst. The following tips can help you safeguard your home before, during and after a pipe freezes. Preventing Pipes From Freezing Disconnect all gardening hoses and […]
We wrote a blog on preventing frozen pipes, but what if it is too late? Here’s a few tips on what to do if you have frozen pipes. If you turn on a faucet and only a trickle comes out, suspect a frozen pipe. Likely places for frozen pipes include against exterior walls or where […]
Even though we’re still in the midst of a brutal winter, preparing yourself for spring maintenance is essential. This winter has most likely caused some damage to your home, and below is a checklist of some of the items you should be doing. Remember to always to be safe and consult a contractor for […]
Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing Disconnect all gardening hoses and install covers on all outside faucets. Keep your house temperature at 68 degrees or higher, even if you’re leaving the house for an extended period of time. Open cabinet doors below sinks to allow heat from the home to circulate. Identify the location of […]
Pipes, water heaters and other appliances can break and leak. In freezing weather, pipes can freeze and both plastic (PVC) and copper pipes can burst, causing major damage in a home left unattended. Preventing Water Damage When Leaving Your Home Unattended Close and lock all doors, windows, skylights and vents to keep out wind and […]