Snow Damage in St. George

While residents in St. George anxiously await the uncommon snowfall for sledding, snowballs and making snowmen, they may also be apprehensive about the damage that snow can bring to their homes. Snow in small amounts usually will leave no trace once melted, however any excess in moisture can expose problems that would otherwise remain unseen. A roof, finely covered with a fair amount of powdered snow can show evidence of heat loss from areas that melt faster than other spaces. Melting snow can seep through exterior siding, soaking interior drywall and framing through cracks in stucco or broken seals around windows. This indication will show in wet spots on exterior stucco or wet bulging paint on the interior. While we may want to play as soon as snow arrives, let us not miss this opportunity to see damage that is potentially being done to our homes. Once a problem has been discovered, don’t waste any time. Call HiCaliber of St. George for damage control and repairs at (435) 674-9338 or visit us online at http://www.hicaliber.biz

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