Helpful Hints to Get Your Home & Vehicle Winter Ready
2017-12-08
By: Denise Koslowsky
Winter Solstice is coming up on December 21st and we want to be sure your home and your car are prepared to brave the elements. Below is a check-list of things you should consider taking care of before things get too chilly outside.
At Home
- To Take Care Of Potential Water Woes – Have You:
- Turned off your exterior faucets
- Removed hoses
- Showed everyone how to shut off the main water valves
- Installed a whole house water leak detection system
- Made sure your gutters are clear of leaves and other debris
- To Protect Visitors – Have You:
- Stocked-up on ice melt and salt
- Tested your snow blower
- Pulled shovels out of hiding
- To Prevent Fires – Have You:
- Had your chimney inspected
- Double checked your smoke detectors and changed the batteries
- Reviewed the locations of fire extinguishers with all family members
- To Keep Your Home Warm & Cozy – Have You:
- Checked weather stripping around the windows and doors
- Doubled checked your oil or propane levels and updated your maintenance contract
- Be sure you attic is well insulated and ventilated
On the Road
- Stocked Up On Auto Supplies – Do You Have
- A brush & ice scraper in your vehicle
- Snow/winter tires
- Checked Things Out – Has Your Mechanic
- Topped off anti-freeze & windshield washer fluids
- Checked your tire pressure
- Replaced your wiper blades
- Checked to be sure your heat & defroster are fully functioning
As your insurance Advocate, we want to help you be prepared so that the Holiday season is a time of year you can truly relax and enjoy! Make use of this check-list to be sure that you are winter ready. If you have any questions regarding your home or vehicle coverage, please give us a call 914-723-7100.
