Winter weather that is more severe than usual in your area can cause a number of problems ranging from water leaks to burst pipes and roof collapses. These problems are frequently thought of as a northern climate problem. However, whenever an unusually cold spell occurs or a particularly heavy ice or snow accumulation builds up for the area, some buildings start getting into trouble. Read more »

Evaluate the risk

Guidance for understanding how much snow is too much

Evaluate your risk of roof top snow/ice accumulat...

Prevent Roof Collapse

Heavy accumulations of snow, ice and rain can lead to water damage and even roof collapse.

Step 1: Evaluate your risk

Reducing the risk of ice dams forming will help avoid water damage.

Ice dams are ridges of ice that form at the edge o...

Preventing and Removing Ice Dams

Freezing, thawing and refreezing of rain and snow on roofs can lead to interior water damage

Step 1

Understanding how ice dams form

When heat from the interior of a house with a slop...

Preventing Ice Dams on Homes

Freezing, thawing and refreezing of rain and snow on roofs can lead to interior water damage.

Considerations for Device Choice and Placement

Before using any heating device, install carbon monoxide detectors in several areas. Never use a kerosene heater indoors.

Rising fuel prices and environmental concerns have...

Safe Operation of Heating Devices

Proper placement and use reduces the risks of damage and injury.

Prevent damage from freezing temperatures

Frozen pipes are one of the biggest risks of property damage when the temperature drops.

To help prevent your building's interior from drop...

Prevent Frozen Pipes

Freezing pipes can burst and cause extensive water damage to interior contents and finishes.

Evaluate roof load capacity

Knowing how much snow a roof can handle can help avoid collapse

A building's ability to stand up to weight of ice ...

Reducing Commercial Roof Risks

Facilities are susceptible to risks from excessive snow and rain on the roof.

Step 1

Evaluate the risk

When pipes burst because they froze or snow accumu...

Protect Homes from Water Damage

Proper maintenance during winter weather can reduce the risk of damage due to water intrusion.