Tag: Cold Weather

Rain Safety Tips

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With all of the rain that we’ve been getting this year, we thought it was important to share some rain safety tips with you. Check out the list below to prepare your home for heavy rainfall, if you haven’t already:

  • Check your roof for missing tiles or coverage issues and fix it accordingly
  • Clean your rain gutters/eaves as if they are not cleared, rain water will begin to pool, causing damage
  • Make sure your downspouts are pointing away from your foundation as even minor water intrusions can cause mold and foundation issues
  • Store outdoor furniture, barbeques, and valuables in waterproof sheds or coverings
  • Close windows and doors to prevent from water intrusion
  • Finally, make sure you have adequate insurance coverage(s)

Visit our website or call us at 877-968-8825 to learn more about our coverages and what you can add on to your policy! Just one click could save you money on home insurance for you and your family!

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Cold Weather Family Fun

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‘Tis the season of colder weather! When it just feels better to stay indoors, we have some suggestions for some family fun to be had at home! From movie nights, reading a new book, learning to cook a fun meal, teaching your dog a new trick, and channeling your inner Picasso through art to playing board games, tackling a puzzle, absorbing new skills and building pillow forts, fun can definitely be had by all. What are your favorite activities for a chilly or rainy day?

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Cold Weather Prep

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It is beginning to look a lot like winter!  In order to prepare you and your families for cooler weather, we have created a cold weather checklist! Check it out below and please add any ones we missed in the comments below!

  • Close off unneeded rooms and place towels or rugs over cracks under the doors to keep the warm air in and cool air out
  • If you have a fireplace, make sure you have a good supply of firewood that can keep you and your family warm in the event of power outages
  • Have flashlights and batteries available for blackouts and avoid using candles as they can become a fire hazard
  • Provide shelter for pets and the elderly
  • Bring plants inside to protect them from the elements
  • Use blackout curtains as they prevent heat loss
  • Reverse your ceiling fans to make them spin clockwise and create an updraft that pushes warm air around the room without creating a wind chill
  • Clean the gutters off of your roof as when clogged, rain and melted snow can cause leaks and damage to your home’s infrastructure
  • Maintain tree limbs and brush because wind, rain, snow and ice can cause them to break and fall

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