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Home » 3 Ways the Outside Elements Can Cause House Damage
3 Ways the Outside Elements Can Cause House Damage

3 Ways the Outside Elements Can Cause House Damage

02/06/2020 By Deborah T

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You might love the alfresco lifestyle. But that doesn’t mean you want the outside world to start blending with the interior of your home. Unfortunately, this can happen, often in the worst possible ways imaginable. You might find that the beasts that were once outside are now in your four walls. Alternatively, it’s possible that your home feels as chilly as the outdoors. Or perhaps you have noticed there are more puddles in the basement than outside on the patio. If you are facing these issues, then it’s important to tackle this house damage the right way. That’s what we’re going to explore today. 

Cold Winds

This might not seem like the worst issue but if your home feels as cold as the outside then it is going to cause your heating bills to hit the roof. To solve this problem, you need to make sure that you are checking the insulation of your home. A common problem area to consider is always going to be the crawl space. Luckily, companies like Crawlspace Depot will provide the answer and ensure that you are able to get the materials you need to fix the problem. 

Pests And Insects

Have you noticed bugs and insects causing house damage? One or two are perfectly normal but if you have started to see them everywhere, then you could have a full-blown infestation. It’s important that you check damp or dark areas for nests. Be aware that usually, you won’t see the insects themselves. Instead, you might spot droppings on the walls or on the floor. You may also spot skins for certain insects. These usually won’t be too far from where the bugs are hiding. First, you need to contact an exterminator to handle the issue and then tackle how the bugs entered your home. 

Wet And Worse

Finally, you might find your basement is flooding. If that’s the case, then it’s probably going to be an issue with your sump pump. If you don’t have a sump pump you should make sure you get one installed as quickly as possible. Be aware that most insurance companies will not pay out for flood damage if your home does not have a working, fully operational sump pump. Of course, it’s possible that your home is just damp rather than flooding. If that’s the case, it could be a problem again with the insulation. You might notice mold starts to develop around areas like the windows. It’s important to handle this issue quickly because it can cause breathing issues. 

The Takeaway on Preventing House Damage

We hope this helps you handle some of the worst ways that the outside world can enter your home. Remember, if you are having issues and you don’t have any DIY skills, you can consider consulting the experts. They’ll be able to tackle this problem for you and ensure that it is dealt with in the right way. The big benefit here will be ensuring that you do get a quality solution. That’s particularly important for some of the more troubling issues that cause house damage.

 

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Deborah T
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Deborah Tayloe is a full-time blogger, children's book author, and freelance writer, contributing to large publications.

She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificate in Natural Health from a fully-accredited program and is a Certified Herbologist. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening.

Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."

Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.

Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.
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About Deborah T

Deborah Tayloe is a full-time blogger, children's book author, and freelance writer, contributing to large publications.

She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificate in Natural Health from a fully-accredited program and is a Certified Herbologist. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening.

Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."

Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.

Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.

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