Water Damage Precautions

6/20/2018 (Permalink)

When you have a water damage in your home there are some precautions you can take to keep your home from being damaged in the winter.

Some of the precautions and mitigation efforts you can undertake to prevent water damage caused by freezing are as follows:

• Set your thermostat to at least a 55% temperature during the day and night
• Drain and store your water hoses indoors after drying
• Drain the swimming pool and water supply lines as instructed
• Relocate pipes exposed to freezing and very cold air movement
• Insulate your plumbing fixtures with appropriate protections such as a pipe sleeve or heat tape

Although it is not winter yet, you should have these things in mind to keep your home from being damaged this winter. SERVPRO of East & West Dundee / SW Barrington Hills is Here to Help.