{"id":17066,"date":"2018-12-04T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-12-04T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/?guid=bad61355e5e19deca47e33f0b34e05a5"},"modified":"2018-12-04T14:05:55","modified_gmt":"2018-12-04T14:05:55","slug":"steps-for-homeowners-dealing-with-ice-or-snowstorms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/steps-for-homeowners-dealing-with-ice-or-snowstorms\/","title":{"rendered":"Steps for homeowners dealing with ice or snowstorms"},"content":{"rendered":"

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(BPT) – Are you ready if a blizzard hit tomorrow? While smaller snowstorms certainly create a level of frustration for homeowners, large storms require preparation to stay safe and comfortable. Families don’t want to be caught off guard in the event of a large snowstorm. Finding yourself unprepared and without power can be a dangerous predicament.<\/p>\n

A loss of power can reduce your access to water, food and light. Follow the tips below and you’ll be ready to weather any snow event!<\/p>\n

* Have at least three days’ worth of water.<\/p>\n

* Have a supply of flashlights and batteries on hand.<\/p>\n

* Have a portable grill or camping stove at the ready to prepare food.<\/p>\n

* Purchase nonperishable food.<\/p>\n

* Move perishable items into a cooler that can be packed with snow to keep them fresh.<\/p>\n

* Pretreat areas outside your home with a bag of ice salt before the storm hits. <\/p>\n

Winterizing your home is another step you can take to prepare for winter storms. Checking that your house is ready to withstand a winter storm is crucial. Review the checklist below to ensure that you stay warm and dry.<\/p>\n

* Make sure to clean out your gutters and patch any holes in your roof.<\/p>\n

* Check for cracks around your door! Use silicone caulk to fill in any gaps larger than a credit card.<\/p>\n

* Clean out your chimney and secure a pile of firewood.<\/p>\n

Beyond securing the necessities and winterizing your home, there are a number of tools that work even when your power doesn’t! Below are the tools that can make dealing with a large accumulation of snowfall much more pleasant.<\/p>\n

* A battery-powered snow thrower to clean off the driveway. Greenworks Tools 60V 20″ Snow Thrower<\/a> will get the job done and eliminate the noise and hassles of dealing with fossil-fuel options. <\/p>\n

* A generator that provides portable power can also be of great use in charging cell phones or other essential electronics.<\/p>\n

* A cordless, battery-powered snow shovel to remove snow on porches or sidewalks helps clear a path without the back-breaking work. The Greenworks Cordless 12″ Snow Shovel<\/a> is a valuable addition to any winter tool collection as it effortlessly clears a foot of snow on a single pass. <\/p>\n

* A cordless, portable heater to help prevent frostbite in the absence of electricity or a fireplace.<\/p>\n

If you follow these important steps, you will be prepared for anything Jack Frost throws at you this winter. <\/p>\n\"Facebook\"<\/a>\"twitter\"<\/a>\"reddit\"<\/a>\"pinterest\"<\/a>\"mail\"<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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