Some types of home damage are unavoidable during winter in Burbank. But do not fret, today we will share with you the two most common cold weather problems and how you can prevent them.
We’ll start with frozen pipes. These are a common issue, but we have several ideas for prevention. If the forecast is projected to creep below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, try some of the ideas below.
- Don’t turn off your furnace. Keeping the house warm will keep your pipes warm. While it may seem attractive to save money by turning down your thermostat, the price of repairs following a burst pipe will be much more expensive than your utility bills could ever be.
- If the temperatures drop drastically, let your faucets drip to keep them from freezing.
- If you think you have a frozen pipe, the first step you should do is turn off the main water valve and call a plumber.
The second addition on our list is ice dams, when water builds up behind sheets of ice on your roof.
- Make sure your attic is insulated. Ample insulation keeps warm air out of the attic preventing snow from melting on the roof.
- Improve ventilation. The key is to cool your attic. Having vents such as an eave, soffit, ridge or gable will allow cold air in.
- If an ice dam does occur to your home, call Paul Davis Restoration of Burbank / Beverly Hills CA as soon as you can.
Source: disaster.org
