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It’s no secret that the structures of homes and businesses are particularly vulnerable during inclement weather conditions. Strong storms often cause roof leaks or flooding, creating the need for water damage restoration services. Here are a few different types of storms and how they may affect your property.

What Types of Storms Cause Water Damage?

Thunderstorms

Thunderstorms present the risk of water damage, especially when accompanied by heavy gusts of wind, rainfall, lightning, and hail. Overhanging tree limbs may fall and puncture your roof, allowing moisture to enter your home. If your roof has any existing damage, moisture may also enter your space via broken shingles or loose flashing. Hire a water damage restoration company right away to remediate mold buildups, dry rotting, and structural issues.

Blizzards

water damage restorationCold weather also creates water damage hazards for your home. Blizzards cause heavy snowfall that adds excessive weight to roofs, causing them to buckle or collapse. When this happens, snow will fall into your home, then melt and cause water damage. Ice dams are also notorious at flooding homes. They clog gutter systems and prevent melted snow from draining properly. Hire a water damage restoration team to patch up or replace your roof, gutters, and flooring after a blizzard. 

Tornadoes

Tornadoes tend to wreak havoc on anything in their paths, including homes and businesses. Winds may reach anywhere from 50 to well over 250 miles per hour, causing trees to fall, windows to break, and roofing materials to pull away completely from your property. When this damage occurs, rainwater can enter the space, leaving your home vulnerable to flooding. As soon as the weather clears, get in touch with a water damage restoration service to remove salvageable items and start the repair process.

 

In the wake of property disasters, Drymaxx Ohio will mitigate the damage and restore your home or business to its original condition. For over 25 years, they have provided fire and water damage restoration, mold remediation, odor removal, and sewage cleaning to clients throughout Dayton, OH. Call (937) 470-3053 to get an estimate on damage recovery or visit them online to learn more about their certifications and services. 

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