Our 5 Expert Tips to Guard Against Winter Flood Damage

Protecting Your Home from Winter Floods in Post Falls, Coeur d’Alene and Spokane

Winter weather is on the way! While we appreciate the beauty of snow, there's one thing none of us want inside our homes—water. Freezing temperatures can lead to burst pipes, sump pump failures, appliance leaks and devastating floods. As your local flood restoration experts, we're here to share essential tips on winter preparedness to ensure your cozy winter scenes don't turn into waterlogged nightmares.

Prepare Your Home for Freezing Temps with 5 Expert Tips:

  1. Inspect Vulnerable Areas: 

    1. Pipes - Identify and insulate exposed pipes, especially in unheated spaces like basements, crawl spaces, and attics. Utilize pipe insulation sleeves or heat tape. 

    2. Seals - Seal gaps or cracks in your home's foundation, walls, and windows. 

    3. Outdoor faucets - Disconnect hoses and cover outdoor faucets with insulated covers to prevent freezing.

  2. Open Cabinet Doors: Promote warm air circulation around pipes by opening cabinet doors, particularly those under sinks along exterior walls.

  3. Leave Faucets Running:  Allow a slow, continuous flow of water through faucets, especially in vulnerable areas, to prevent pipe freezing and relieve pressure.

  4. Create a Winter Emergency Kit: Prepare for winter emergencies with essentials like flashlights, batteries, blankets, bottled water, and an action plan. Include the location of the main water shut-off valve in your emergency kit.

  5. Make Appropriate Arrangements if You're Out of Town: Ensure the thermostat is set, or ask a trusted friend to housesit or check up on your home.

By implementing these measures, you can protect your home, avoid costly repairs, and enjoy the beauty of winter without worrying about potential water damage. Stay warm and stay prepared!

If disaster does strike, call our emergency hotline 24/7 at 208-704-8880 and follow the steps on the Emergency Flood Checklist. Crazy Clean has maintained a 5 star rating since 2012 and offers IICRC certified flood and mold remediation services to Post Falls, Coeur d’Alene, Spokane and the surrounding areas.