How To Get Your Building Ready for Spring

6/1/2022 (Permalink)

Make sure your gutters and downspouts are clear.

How to Prepare Your Building for Spring

Winter can put a lot of stress on your commercial building in East Conemaugh, PA, so you may be relieved when temperatures start to warm up. That doesn't mean it's time to let your guard down, though. A spring thaw often leads to flooding, which can cause a whole different set of concerns. Make sure your building is ready.

Drainage Cleanup
Melting ice needs a place to go. The key is directing it away from your building so that it doesn't pool at the base and seep into the foundation. Make sure all drainage pathways are clear:

• Gutters
  
• Downspouts
  
• Landscape drains
  
• Trenches
  
  

Roof Inspection 
Try to schedule a roof inspection as early in the season as possible. Ice and other elements from harsh winter storms can damage the surface, causing weak spots that you may not know about until flooding from runoff causes a leak. A professional roofer can identify these areas before they become a problem. 

Frozen Pipe Search
One of the most frequent reasons that business owners have to call water damage restoration experts is to deal with the mess left behind by a busted pipe. Even if you don't notice telltale signs of a water loss such as a slow trickle of water or a surge in your utility bills, call a plumber to inspect your system and make sure everything is in good working order before the first spring flood.

Sprinkler Maintenance
Your outdoor sprinkler system is especially susceptible to damage during a hard freeze. Even if you were diligent to flush it before winter, ice may have formed on the outside of the apparatus. Before you set your watering schedule for spring, check every sprinkler as well as the pipes that supply them for cracks or other flaws. 
Flooding is a natural phenomenon at the end of winter. If you know how to anticipate potential problems, you can better prepare your building for the spring thaw.