Winter tends to be the roughest time of the year where weather is concerned. Because of this, it’s important that you prepare yourself and your home for any potential winter weather emergencies. The following are a few tips to help you do just that:
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Know your house – You should familiarize yourself with the location of your water shut off valve, your emergency gas shut off valve and your circuit breakers. By knowing how to shut off the power, gas and water, you can quickly neutralize a number of emergencies.
- Store food and water – Go through your pantry and make sure you have canned foods and bottled water that aren’t more than a year old.
- Alternative heat – If you have alternative methods of heating your home, such as your fireplace or kerosene space heater – have them inspected and tested before you use them.
- Keep a flashlight – You should have an easily accessible flashlight with extra batteries in your home in case the power goes out.
These are a few tips for preparing both you and your home for a winter emergency. For more tips on preparing for storms in your Atlanta home, contact Parker Young today.