Are You Winter Prepared?

2/15/2022 (Permalink)

ARE YOU WINTER PREPARED?

You may have heard, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Wise words to live by! This same advice goes for home prepared as well. SERVPRO has $$ suggestions that can help you not need us. It is suggested to perform these checks yearly prior to the start of winter. These checks can help you eliminate potential damages before they even occur. 

Perform the following every year before the start of Winter. 

1. Clear limbs and trim trees near your home and away from power lines. 
2. Check roof for damage. 
3. If you have a fireplace, make sure to check it for proper ventilation. 
4. Check windows and door seals to prevent water intrusion. 
5. Check gutters and down spouts for blockage. 
6. Check all exterior water lines to make sure they are properly insulated.  
7. Check all interior water lines for damage and ware. 
   
   Doing these annual checks can greatly help in preventing damage to your home during the winter months.