As Autumn arrives something that we need to do is make sure that we spend time in our gardens preparing for the winter. Extreme weather is something that we are seeing more and more all over the world and making sure that our gardens and homes are well cared for is important in the autumn months to ensure that we can get through the winter unscathed!
Here are some of the things that you should be aware of in the winter and how to make sure that you have the best protection possible…
Snow and Ice – One of the biggest problems that snow, and ice can cause is damage to your roof. Because we don’t see a lot of the roof, damage can be done to it without you being able to notice it until it has gotten bad. Because frozen water is larger, this means that it is able to expand and move the tiles on the roof. Leaving it more exposed and vulnerable to damage. Snowfall can be equally damaging, as the weight of snow on the roof can put a strain on it, especially if the roof is already weak and damaged. It is a good idea to have your roof inspected by a professional roofer in the autumn so that you can deal with any problems before winter takes its toll.
Rain – Flooding is something that can happen during the winter, and in the UK, we are no stranger to rain. Something that heavy rainfall can cause a big problem for is drains. If drains are already blocked or damaged, then you may well find that they are not able to deal with high volumes of water from winter flooding. A professional like this sewer pipe lining Solihull based company https://www.wilkinson-env.co.uk/sewer-repairs-drain-lining-concrete-cutting/drain-repairs/drain-repairs-solihull/ will be able to make repairs to damaged drains before winter arrives.
Wind – Strong winds are part of winter and one of the main things that they can cause damage to is the fencing around your garden. Make sure that your fence is strong and sturdy, check it for areas of damage and weakness to give it a good chance of surviving the strong and stormy winter winds that can strike at this time of the year.
