How Spring Rain Can Lead to Water Damage | SERVPRO of East Cobb

4/22/2022 (Permalink)

If you have water damage to your home, SERVPRO of East Cobb is here to help!

Spring is synonymous with a lot of things: longer days, blooming flowers and warming temperatures, to name a few. However, spring is also synonymous with heavy rainfall in Cobb County—and often, this rainfall can result directly in unexpected water damage to homes. 

While water damage can occur due to flooding, burst pipes or other such surprises, it can also happen from consistent, persistent rainfall. Water can often work its way into minute vulnerabilities in the home, resulting in hidden leaks and unforeseen issues for homeowners. 

Below, we will be taking a look at exactly how this happens and what it means for you.

How Heavy Rain Can Cause Water Damage 

Leaks in your roof

Your roof is your first line of defense against weather-related water damage, but even it can be vulnerable during periods of heavy rain. While many roofs are now made to last decades, there will be maintenance and upkeep required during their lifetime—and without this, water damage can quickly result. Leaking roofs can damage your joists and insulation, and cause issues further down within the home, too.

Issues around your foundation

If your yard is not graded properly to route water away from your home, there can be damage done to your foundation during periods of heavy rain. Water pooling around the house is common when the ground is at capacity for moisture absorption, and with time, this can seep into your structure and cause significant issues. 

Leaks around your doors and windows

Because water can work its way into small areas of vulnerability, leaks around doors and windows are something we often see during the spring rainy period. Water can route itself between seals and around weather stripping often, leading to small leaks that can turn into major issues. 

Damages to your roof line 

If your gutters are not able to drain away the volume of rainwater you are dealing with, water may begin to pool in the gutters and seep into the roofline. Cleaning your gutters twice a year and ensuring they are graded properly can help make sure any water can quickly be routed away.

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