Deanna Robbins with Gateway Restoration of Chelsea, has been collecting data over the past 10 years and compiled a list of the Top 10 most common damages that occur to the home, specifically in the Chelsea market.
This week we will cover #10 – starting with the least common and probably the most interesting type of damage:
Collapse
This category represents less than 1 percent of all damages, but boy can it make a mess.
Over the years, Gateway Restoration has assisted with collapsing foundations, walls, decks, roofs and more. In one case (and their most memorable), the home’s entire wall collapsed – dumping all of the landscaping into their basement – watch the video below for this amazing story.
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Gateway Restoration offers these tips to prevent the more common types of collapses:
Snow load Collapse
- Keep the snow off the roof.
- Keep all drains clear and unblocked.
- Keep the roof well maintained and do repairs/replacements as soon as required.
Vegetation Growth Collapse
- Vines/Ivy – Do not grow them directly on the building, instead grow them on a support that is 6-8 inches (trellis, lattice, metal grid) from your home’s siding.
- Trim your landscaping frequently.
Other Types of Collapse
- Address any water seepage or water leaks immediately.
- Perform regular maintenance to and around your home.
- Address any HVAC or plumbing issues.
- Hire only licensed professionals to perform any work.
- Address any falling bricks, walls, or unusual exterior activity or foundation issues.
In summary, being proactive and aware of any potential threats will help you avoid a collapse in your home. If it does happen, Gateway Restoration is available 24 hours a day to assist you.
Be sure to join us next week: we will cover #9 out of our Top 10 most common damages in the home.
