Winter Water Damage In St. Paul
Winter is knocking on the door. Time to get ready for a typical St. Paul winter of 32 inches of rain and 52 inches of snow (or more.) While outside may be a beautiful winter wonderland, the inside of your home or business can become a major disaster if rain or snow gets in enough to cause water damage. To spot water damage faster, pay close attention to those areas of your home and business that are more likely to be damaged by unwanted and intrusive water. Door Ways Observe all of the doors and thresholds during a heavy rain or snow storm. Pooling water will quickly degrade the bottom of the door, which can lead to mildew, mold and rot. Maintain the insulated weather stripping by replacing it if it is torn or brittle. If the wooden door frame suffers damage, it can rot and weaken. This makes the entrance less secure, exposing your property to more damage. If there are 3 or 4 screws along the surface of your threshold, you may be able the threshold itself up to t...