Ask Angi: How Should I Handle Exterior Emergencies?

A leak in the roof, a downed power line or a fallen tree need to be resolved as soon as possible.

Fallen trees pose a significant danger and should be addressed as soon as possible. Dreamstime/TNS

By Paul F. P. Pogue From Ask Angi

Completing our series on handling difficult home emergencies, here are tips on how to deal with three potentially dangerous or destructive exterior emergencies.

Roof Leak

Among the many purposes your roof serves, one of the most vital is that it keeps rain and snow outside where they belong. So, a roof leak can cause a lot of anxiety, and you should address them as swiftly as possible when they develop. Unfortunately, most leaks aren’t immediately obvious and can cause significant damage before you even notice they’ve happened.