How to Prevent Damage from Winter Storms in New Philadelphia

11/23/2022 (Permalink)

There are certain things you could look for after a storm to see if your home incurred any damage.

Heavy snowstorms are bound to sweep through New Philadelphia. There are certain things you could look for after a storm to see if your home incurred any damage. Here is what to expect from the first heavy snowstorm of the year.

What to Check After a Snowstorm

• Make sure the batteries in your carbon monoxide detector are working. This is important as most homes will lose electricity during a blizzard and must burn wood or fuel inside the home to stay warm.
• Check for broken water pipes and shut off the water supply until a professional can come and repair them.
• Look around your home and check for any broken or shattered windows. Temporary fixes include covering them with plywood or taping blankets for insulation.
• Listen to a radio for any roadblocks or emergency announcements.
• If you have a chimney, make sure there is no structural damage. You don’t want to light a fire and have the smoke backing up into your home.
• It’s important that you check for broken tree limbs as well. They could fall later and damage your yard or even cause potential injury.

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