Is Snowmelt Affecting Your Home or Business? SERVPRO® is Here to Help®

2/24/2025 (Permalink)

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, which means we'll have to keep the spring jackets tucked away a little longer!

As winter transitions into spring, flooding becomes a major weather hazard. Snowmelt, ice jams, and heavy rain can all contribute to rising water levels.

How Snowmelt Causes Flooding:

When temperatures rise, melting snow releases large amounts of water. If the ground is still frozen, it can't absorb the water fast enough, causing runoff into rivers, lakes, and streams - sometimes leading to flash flooding.

Tips to Help Prevent Snowmelt Flooding in Your Home or Business:

• Keep gutters and downspouts clear of debris.
• Shovel snow away from your foundation, especially near window wells and basement walls. 
• Use downspout extensions to direct water away from your property.
• Ensure storm drains are free of obstructions.
• Dig channels to help guide meltwater toward proper drainage areas.
• Install a sump pump - or check that yours is working - to help manage groundwater levels.
• Remove large snow accumulations from your roof to prevent excessive meltwater at once.

If snowmelt floods your home or business, call SERVPRO of Eaton, Clinton and Gratiot Counties, Lansing, and Holt - we'll ensure your property is dried out properly!