Home Checklist For After A Snow Storm

Curated by Hassle Free Home Services with The Scarsdale Hub

After a major snowstorm, it’s easy to assume the hardest part is over once the snow stops falling. But the days that follow are just as important for protecting your home from hidden damage caused by melting snow, ice buildup, and freezing temperatures. To help homeowners stay ahead of potential issues, Hassle Free Home Services partnered with The Scarsdale Hub to curate a practical post-storm home checklist. From checking for ice dams and clearing drains to inspecting basements and windows for leaks, these simple steps can help prevent costly repairs and keep your home safe, dry, and running smoothly all winter long.

Exterior & Structure Post Snow Checklist

• Walk full perimeter of home

• Remove snow from contact with basement windows and doors

• Leave drains visible and unobstructed

• Inspect dryer vent for obstruction

• Remove ice buildups at downspout discharge point

• Inspect for visible ice blockages and remove

• Check roof edges for ice dams

• Remove icicle formations

• Remove snow from foundation

Interior Post Snow Checklist

• Inspect floors for water or dampness

• Inspect windows and ceilings for snow buildup/leaks

• Clear basement stairwell drains

• Replace weather stripping and install door sweeps

• Replace weather stripping and install door sweeps

• Insulate exposed pipes

• Repair minor leaks, re-caulk wet areas and patch drywall

• Repair trim damage, seal drafty windows, adjust sticking doors

• Test sump pump

With Hassle Free Home in your corner, all of these tasks and more are overseen by your expert home management team.

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