With Frozen Pipes Thawing and Snow Melting, PuroClean and Area Plumbers Scramble to Fix Water-Related Issues

As a result of the recent, yet typical, frigid temperatures that winter brings to Northeast Ohio, many area plumbers, public service workers, and PuroClean Professional Services have been busier than normal dealing with frozen and ruptured water pipes and lines to homes and businesses.

Many calls PuroClean has received have been busted water lines to attic crawl spaces and basement areas. Some property disasters left behind over five feet of water.

Area residents have been put in a position to call their respective public service workers to come and shut off their water after problems with pipes have been discovered.

Melting snow is an annual formality facing the Northestern area of Ohio. Sometimes this can affect properties lacking the foundation support to with-hold the added amounts of water that melting brings. A lot of back-ups, leaks, etc. have been troubling many area property owners and even businesses.

If you have experienced any water-related property disaster please don't hesitate to contact a professional company. Time is of the essence with these circumstances and the longer you wait the more you jeopardize the structural integrity of your property.

PuroClean Professional Services provides 24-hour emergency property disaster services.

Call 866-944-PURO (7876)

Ice Damming in Northeast Ohio

Emilio Soli, George Cruz - Managing Partners

Ice dams are the accumulation of ice at the eaves and valleys of roofs, and in some winters create major problems for property owners in Northeast Ohio. Insufficient attic insulation and/or attic ventilation can cause roof snow to melt and slide down to the eaves, where the roof surface is cooler and the melting snow freezes to the roof. Subsequent melting causes water to pool behind this dam and sometimes the water seeps between the shingle layers, wetting the roof deck and possibly the walls and ceilings below. The surrounding counties of the Greater Cleveland and Akron metropolitan areas saw record amounts of ice accumulation last winter and it is expected to be a prevalent issue again this winter.

To prevent ice damming, the attic must be well ventilated. This will allow the roof to maintain a more uniform temperature by quickly removing any warm air that reaches the attic space. In addition, the ceiling must have an adequately sealed air and vapor barrier, and be well insulated to prevent excessive heat loss to the attic. Important techniques to employ include:
- Ensuring correct installation of insulation at eaves.
- Ensuring adequate airflow through attic eaves.
- Ensuring adequate ceiling insulation to keep warm air from rising to attic and through roof.
- Carefully sealing all ceiling penetrations (light fixtures etc.); to keep warm, moist air out of the attic.

If you have any questions, please contact us at 866-944-PURO (7876). We help restore property to its original state after property damage such as this occur.



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PuroClean Plumber Referral Program in Northeast Ohio

We understand that referring a restoration provider to your customers is a reflection on you and your business. The foundation to any partnership is trust and commitment. That is why we developed our Plumber Partnership Program to formally pledge our commitment to building and maintaining a lasting relationship with you. It is our goal to become your preferred restoration resource any time your client experiences a water loss or mold threat to their property.

Through our exclusive Plumber Partnership Program, we promise to ensure customer satisfaction every time. We will respond, rescue and restore your customer’s property with the highest degree of professionalism, quality, integrity, and compassion. We will nurture our relationship and provide mutually-rewarding opportunities.

Our Pledge to Plumbers:

Your customers will save money. We can save your customers from 15-40% on damage costs. We specialize in stopping the problem with minimal disruption, and preventing further damage.

Our professional damage mitigation techniques and processes in the aftermath of a water emergency save not only replacement costs, but extenuating damage and repairs. We also provide a one-year guarantee on our workmanship and materials.


When it comes to property damage, we’ve got you covered…any time, day or night.

Call us after you have resolved issues including: broken pipes, broken water heaters, other water related damage.

Our services include:
- Water Removal Services
- Emergency Water Extraction
- Drying and Dehumidification
- Mold and Mildew Odor Removal and Elimination
- Carpet and Carpet Pad Restoration
- Carpet Cleaning, Deodorization, and Stain Removal
- Mold Remediation Services
- Professional Drying with the Latest Scientific Equipment
- Full Mold Remediation to include containment and removal of required materials
- Professional Deodorization
- Cleaning and Sanitizing of Structure, Fixtures, and Contents
- HEPA Air Filtration and Vacuuming

Please call us at 866-944-PURO (7876) to further discuss our plumber referral program and how you and your business can benefit financially.

How to Avoid Burst Pipes from Freezing Temperatures in Ohio

• Leave kitchen faucets on a slow drip, because running water has less chance of freezing than still water.
• Open cabinet doors under sinks to expose pipes to warmer air circulation.
• Wrap pipes in vulnerable places outside with heat tape, available at local hardware stores.
• Unhook hoses from outdoor faucets.
• If washing machine or water-using appliances are in an unheated area, turn off water supply to those machines if you're not using them.
• Shut off irrigation systems.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please call PuroClean Professional Services at 866-944-PURO (7876). If you've been the victim of frozen pipes, we can help clean, prevent mold, and restore a property to its original state.