Water Damage

Frozen Pipe Prevention

Frozen Pipe Prevention

Frozen Pipe Prevention This year’s polar vortex is expected to bring record-low temperatures to the Chicagoland area, beginning today. We must embrace for this historic cold as we could be enduring temperatures colder than those in Mount Everest and the Arctic. We must not only protect ourselves but also our homes, especially to avoid pipes …

Frozen Pipe Prevention Read More »

What Is An Ice Dam?

What Is An Ice Dam?

What is an Ice Dam? An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow (water) from draining off the roof. The water that backs up behind the dam can leak into a home and cause damage to walls, ceilings, insulation, and other areas. Effects …

What Is An Ice Dam? Read More »