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10 Ways to Prepare for a Winter Storm in Canton, Ohio

1/26/2022 (Permalink)

Snow Storm Warning Sign Snowstorms can cause damage to your home, call SERVPRO if you experience any water or storm damage to your Canton, Ohio home.

Snow is a beautiful thing to watch fall, but substantial amounts of snow can be dangerous to a home. It is extremely important during frigid winter conditions to protect your property, your appliances, and your safety. Like any natural weather situation, you should always be prepared for any snowstorm damage that could happen.

Here are 10 Steps to Prepare for a Winter Storm:

  1. Prepare to remove snow. By rock salt, sand, snow shovels coming and other snow removal equipment to keep your driveways and walkways safe and clear.
  2. Restock heating fuel or firewood. If your regular fuel sources are cut off, you will need a backup. Extend the life of your fuel supply by winterizing walls, doors, and windows.
  3. Have communication devices ready. Keep a battery powered radio or TV, flashlight, and fresh batteries handy.
  4. Be aware of your surroundings. Nowhere in your home to find warm clothing and blankets.
  5. Take care of your pets bring your pets inside during severe winter weather, and move other animals to sheltered areas where access to drinking water.
  6. Maintain your homes exterior. Repair roof leaks, clean rain gutters, and cut any tree branches that could damage your house during a storm.
  7. Turn your faucets to a slight drip to keep your pipes from freezing and be prepared to shut off the water supply if a pipe burst.
  8. Maintain your heating equipment. Have it serviced every year.
  9. Stock up. Make sure you have nonperishable foods on hand and keep a supply of bottled drinking water available.
  10. Make a family communication plan. Detail how your family members will contact one another in case of an emergency, how you will get back together, and how to move forward.

All SERVPRO’s are locally owned and operated. We will respond quickly to storm and water damages to homes and businesses that are in the Canton, Ohio area. Our knowledgeable, highly trained and IICRC certified crews are available 24/7/365 days a year. Call us today at 330-823-4088 or visit our website: www.SERVPROsoutheaststarkcounty.com.

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