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Protect Your Home from Winter Water Damage

Tony Pearce • February 1, 2025

Preventive Tips to Protect Your Home

Winter brings picturesque snowfall and cozy moments, but it also presents a significant risk to your home: water damage. Excessive snowfall can lead to costly repairs if not properly managed. At Pursuit Restoration, we specialize in water damage restoration and are here to help you safeguard your property from winter-related issues.


Common Causes of Winter Water Damage

  1. Ice Dams – When heat escapes from your home, it can cause snow on the roof to melt and refreeze at the edges, creating ice dams. These dams prevent proper drainage, leading to leaks and water damage.
  2. Frozen Pipes – Extremely low temperatures can cause pipes to freeze and burst, leading to significant indoor flooding.
  3. Roof Leaks – Heavy snowfall adds extra weight to roofs, increasing the likelihood of leaks, especially if shingles or flashing are damaged.
  4. Poor Drainage – Clogged gutters or improper grading around the home can cause water to pool and seep into basements or foundations.
  5. Melted Snow Accumulation – Large amounts of melting snow around your home’s foundation can lead to water intrusion, causing structural damage and mold growth.


Preventive Measures to Avoid Water Damage


Maintain Your Roof and Gutters


  • Regularly clear snow and ice from your roof to prevent ice dams.
  • Keep gutters clean and free of debris to allow proper water drainage.
  • Inspect your roof for damaged shingles or leaks before winter begins.


Protect Your Pipes


  • Insulate exposed pipes in unheated areas such as basements, garages, and crawl spaces.
  • Keep your home heated to at least 55°F, even when you're away.
  • Allow faucets to drip slightly during extreme cold to prevent freezing.


Ensure Proper Drainage


  • Extend downspouts away from your home's foundation to direct water flow.
  • Check that your yard slopes away from the house to prevent pooling water.
  • Install a sump pump or water alarm for added protection against basement flooding.


Remove Excess Snow Safely


  • Shovel snow away from your home’s foundation after heavy snowfall.
  • Use a roof rake to remove excessive snow buildup from your roof.
  • Avoid piling snow near the house, as melting can lead to water infiltration.


Schedule Regular Inspections


  • Have a professional inspect your home’s roof, plumbing, and insulation before winter.
  • Ensure windows and doors are properly sealed to prevent drafts and condensation buildup.


Need Help? Contact Pursuit Restoration!

Even with the best preventive measures, water damage can still occur. If you experience leaks, flooding, or any winter-related water issues, Pursuit Restoration is here to help! Our expert team specializes in water, fire, and mold damage restoration, providing fast and efficient solutions to protect your home. Offering free inspections can ensure your home is properly taken care. We back all our work with a 2 year warranty!


Contact us today to schedule an inspection or emergency water damage restoration services! 208-515-6503


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Protect Your Home During Freezing Weather: Essential Winter Precautions
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Water damage can wreak havoc on your hardwood floors, turning a minor leak into a major headache. At Pursuit Restoration, we understand the urgency of addressing water damage to prevent further destruction. That’s why we’re excited to share how Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats are revolutionizing the way we save hardwood floors from irreversible damage. What Are Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats? Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats are a cutting-edge solution designed specifically for drying hardwood floors and subfloors affected by water damage. Unlike traditional drying methods, these mats are engineered to provide targeted, efficient, and effective moisture removal. They use a combination of vacuum pressure and air movement to extract moisture from beneath the surface, ensuring your floors are dried thoroughly and quickly. How Do They Work? The Injecti-Dry system consists of specialized mats that are placed on top of the damaged flooring. These mats are connected to a vacuum system that draws moisture out from the floor. Here’s a step-by-step look at the process: Assessment and Setup: Our restoration experts will first assess the extent of the water damage. Once the situation is evaluated, they will place the Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats over the affected areas. Vacuum and Airflow Application: The mats are connected to a vacuum system that creates negative pressure, effectively pulling moisture out of the floorboards and subflooring. Simultaneously, air movement from the system helps in accelerating the drying process. Monitoring: Throughout the drying process, we continuously monitor the mats and surrounding environment to ensure optimal performance and to prevent any potential issues. Completion and Restoration: Once the moisture levels are back to normal, we remove the mats and proceed with any necessary restoration work, including refinishing or replacing damaged flooring. Why Choose Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats? Effective Moisture Removal: Traditional drying methods often fail to address moisture trapped beneath hardwood floors. Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats target these hard-to-reach areas, ensuring a thorough drying process. Speed: Time is of the essence when dealing with water damage. The efficient drying capabilities of Injecti-Dry mats reduce the risk of mold growth and further damage, allowing you to get back to normal faster. Minimized Disruption: Using Injecti-Dry mats means less invasive procedures compared to removing and replacing flooring. This not only saves time but also minimizes the disruption to your home or business. Preservation of Flooring: By effectively drying the floorboards from below, Injecti-Dry mats help preserve the integrity of your hardwood flooring, reducing the need for costly replacements. Why Trust Pursuit Restoration? At Pursuit Restoration, we pride ourselves on using the latest technology and techniques to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients. Our team is trained in the use of Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats and other advanced restoration tools to ensure that your property is handled with the utmost care and expertise. Water damage can be overwhelming, but with the right tools and a professional team, you can save your hardwood floors and restore your home or business to its former glory. If you’re dealing with water damage, don’t wait—contact Pursuit Restoration today to learn more about how Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats can help. Get in Touch Ready to save your hardwood floors with the power of Injecti-Dry Rescue Mats? Reach out to Pursuit Restoration at  +1 208 515 6503  or schedule a consultation . Our dedicated team is here to assist you every step of the way.
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