Weather Damage Signs to Look Out for on Your Iowa Home

Posted on November 1, 2021

Winter weather is right around the corner and there are some things to think about when it comes to the safety of your home. Cedar Rapids, IA sees an above average amount of snowfall each year. So what does this mean for your home? Be attentive to the exterior of your home even during the winter. It can be easy for homeowners to forget about the exterior of their homes until the spring and warm weather remerges. However, it is best to tackle any damage on the exterior of your home as quick as possible to avoid further problems. Interior damages tend to be noticed quicker and should also be taken care of right away. Here are CertaPro Painters® of Cedar Rapids list of weather damage signs to look out for on your Iowa home!

What to look out for on the exterior of your home?

  • Shingles – Check for any cracks, blisters, buckling or curling for these are all signs of damage. In the winter a lot of areas experiencing temperatures that fluctuate, snow, or ice. This all leads to problems with your shingles. Snow and ice will cause your shingles to become warped which ultimately allows for water to get into your home. Once the water gets into your heated home you are now dealing with mold and mildew.
  • Gutters – Are they still connected to your house? This is the most important question to address. Then go on to check that they are not clogged. If they are clean them out immediately.
  • Trees- Check your trees regular for excessive amounts of ice or snow building up on the branches.

What to look out for on the interior of your home?

Although the roof is obviously a part of the exterior of your home, it can be hard to assess the level of damage just from looking at it from the outside. If your roof is damaged, you will see issues inside your home. Here is what to look out for:

  • Dark stains on the ceiling
  • Dampness in the plaster on your wall or near the fireplace
  • Peeling paint on the ceiling and walls
  • Cracks in the plaster
  • Water stains on pipes and vents
  • If you have an attic, check for sagging roof or wood.

It is best to stay on top of these things, so you don’t have to end up paying thousands of dollars to repair the damage. If you find any damage and think you may be in need of our services, give us a call. We would be happy to help!