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Rain proofing – a necessity rather than a luxury

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It’s a fact that in California when it starts to rain people appear to go insane. Drivers forget how to drive and start acting like there are on a go-kart track. People wear the most wildly inappropriate clothing for the weather and generally act like chickens with their head cut off. One area of rain management that Californians are particularly bad at is rain the proofing their homes. It doesn’t always rain in California but when it does it’s usually quite dramatic and for homes that are not prepared it can be quite devastating in the water damage Department.

Most homes in California are designed to deal with extremes of heat rather than extremes of water. One area of concern is the caulking around windows and doors. The heat during the summer months can cause the gawking to crack and break off and during the rainy season this will allow rain directly into your home causing untold water damage. One would prevent this is of course to replace the caulking in the fall.

Another area for concern is the ceiling of your home and the roof above it. If your roof is not properly maintained land water will make its way into your home and the damage can be lasting. Though it’s difficult to identify a problem area on the roof before it rains if you see cracked or broken tiles or loose or shifted shingles those should be replaced immediately. A small amount of prevention can save you a great deal of money in the long run. If your home has become flooded you should contact a quality water damage restoration company to effect repairs.

If you are you looking to purchase a home, buy an investment property, or remodel your current property a rainy day is the best time to see any leaks or drainage issues that need to be addressed. You can check out the roof, gutters, and grade of the property. Make sure you inspect the attic especially around chimneys and vents, as these errors are particularly susceptible to water damage.

You can watch to see if the gutters are over flowing and see if the splash blacks are positioned correctly. If there are issues with water it is good to know before you purchase, rent, or remodel and the faster the problem is identified the faster it can be fixed. Storm damage, standing water, and moisture can cause mold to grow which could eventually become a health risk as well as cause further damage to sheetrock and carpet. Prolonged exposure to mold as well known to cause long lasting health issues.

If you suspect you have roof damage or defects in your home caused by water that may lead to mold the work can be started immediately after the inspection making it easy to meet a closing date. Take the opportunity to watch out on the next rainy day as itsan ideal time to inspect your home as to be accurate of the cause of leaks and trapped water. Storms, wind, and fallen limbs can cause damage that is not recognized immediately.  If the damage is beyond your capabilities to repair seek out a quality water damage restoration company to do the work for you.

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