CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — When this ice finally does melt, it could leave behind structural damage and potholes. Damage stems from snow expanding when it freezes, leaving behind cracks.
You might’ve seen ice melting a little bit throughout the day, only to freeze again overnight. When water freezes and expands, the building most impacted is your home.
“Roof collapse is one of the biggest concerns when it comes to structural issues and, you know, snowstorm cycling-related structural damage,” said structural engineer for Alpha Structures Kyle Tourje…