How Heavy Rains Can Lead to Water Damage | SERVPRO of Kingston/New Paltz

2/27/2020 (Permalink)

Protect your home from the damage that heavy rains can cause!

When most people think of water damage in Ulster County, they probably bring to mind images of flooding or busted pipes overflowing uncontrollably. However, many instances of water damage occur much more subtly than this, such as in the event of heavy rain.

When rain falls with enough heaviness to soak everything in sight, it can unearth problems you did not even know were an issue with your home.

Water Can Seep in Through Small Exterior Openings
When it rains enough for things to become perpetually soaked, vulnerable, miniature cracks and openings in your home’s exterior can begin to let water through and lead to water damage.
Installing weatherstripping around doors and windows is one of the best methods to prevent this, as well as keeping up with your home’s exterior paint to avoid any gaps or peeling that allows water through.

Gutter Clogs Can Lead to Water Damage
Clogged gutters can cause water to back up and pool in concentrated areas, which can then be
absorbed into your home’s roof line and lead to damages. This is especially true during extremely
heavy rains, which can inundate even normally functioning systems with an overload of water.
Cleaning out gutters every spring and fall is the best remedy for this.

Improper Drainage Can Cause Foundation Damage
If the drainage around the base of your home is not adequate, serious water damage can happen as a result—especially during exceptionally wet periods. Making updates to your landscaping to divert water far away from your home’s foundation can prevent this from happening.

Heavy Rains Can Unearth Roof Leaks
You may not be aware you have a roof leak, but a bout of heavy rain can be enough to turn a mild,
unnoticed leak into one that is a serious problem. Seeing wet spots or discoloration on your home’s
ceiling often only happens after heavy rains have increased a leak’s severity, creating a need for
immediate repairs.

If your home has experienced water damage due to heavy rains, you can count on us to be
there for you. Call us at any hour to begin the water restoration process right away.