Stay Cool This Summer!

6/30/2021 (Permalink)

With the scorching summer temperatures that have sprung upon us within the last few days, there’s nothing better than finding a way to stay out of the heat and still have fun. One memory that many of us here at SERVPRO of White Plains & New Rochelle have in regards to hot summer days as a kid is running through a sprinkler. While this is a simple way to keep both children and adults from overheating, if you’re not careful you could create the perfect environment for potential water damage. Keep reading for SERVPRO of White Plains & New Rochelle’s tips on how to avoid this and stay cool this summer:

• Instead of using multiple sprinkler heads, make sure to just use one singular head. If you do use multiple, make sure to use a timer for 10 minutes or less.
• Keep sprinklers away from the foundation of your home. If the runoff from the sprinkler isn’t absorbing into the ground, it can collect against the foundation. This causes the ground to swell and contract, and this can then cause the foundation to move and/or crack. 
• If the foundation isn’t exactly well-built in the first place the movement and cracks can lead to broken pipes and leaks, causing even more water damage. 
• Along with that, there are weep holes in brick walls. If the water gets above the foundation line, it can seep in through the holes and soak into your walls and flooring.

Have fun, be mindful and stay cool during these sweltering summer temperatures! If your fun day of water play turns into water damage, you know who to call. SERVPRO of White Plains and New Rochelle is just one phone call away at 914-684-1560.