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When Winter Storms Get Strong | SERVPRO of North Oklahoma City
11/17/2023 (Permalink)
The winter season is almost upon us! SERVPRO of North Oklahoma City has your back with these helpful tips.
We enjoy a pretty mild winter most of the time in this part of Oklahoma. Although the majority of the season brings us reasonable temperatures, rain and gray skies, snowstorms, ice storms and freezing temperatures can’t be ruled out entirely.
Regardless of what this winter season actually decides to bring us weather-wise, the more prepared we are, the safer we can stay. When we get our home and our family ready for anything, we can avoid disasters.
When winter weather is predicted, you need to take early action so that you can hunker down as the actual storm hits. Freezing rain, snow or ice can create dangerous driving conditions, so it is best to avoid getting on the roads as much as you can.
Ahead of the storm, gather some emergency supplies and invest in a weather radio if you don’t already have one. Winter storms commonly knock out the power, so you need to be prepared to get through a few days with no electricity.
Make an emergency kit with plenty of batteries, first-aid supplies and flashlights. Make sure you have enough food and snacks for everyone as well, and get your blankets out of storage. If you have a fireplace, make sure you have wood easily accessible or ensure your pilot light is on and everything is ready.
Chat with your neighbors, family and friends as well and consider the best place for keeping everyone safe in the event that things become very cold. Warming centers often open at the local Salvation Army when the temps take a dive, which can be a great option for getting warmed up during the day.
Once the storm has passed and the dust begins to settle, give your home a quick assessment to check for damage. Even if you don’t see any right away, there are a few places you will want to give some extra love in order to prevent future damage during the season.
Give your roof a good inspection. Look for wind or rain damage, and keep an eye out for debris along your gutter line. Water that can’t flow freely away from your home can freeze and damage your roof as well as block your gutters. Remove limbs, leaves and any lingering ice that hasn’t melted so things can keep moving.
Watch for standing water in your yard, and clear out any debris from gutter downspouts. Make sure your gutters haven’t come disconnected anywhere and there isn’t any damage to your siding, window or door frames. Keep vents on your home clear so that carbon monoxide doesn’t build up inside.
If you experience damage during or after a winter storm has blown through, call us as soon as you can safely do so. We are available around the clock, and from the moment you can the wheels of your recovery will be spinning. We will gather as much information over the phone as we can while we get a team prepped to head to your home. Once our crew gets there, they will assess your whole home and let you know exactly what your recovery will look like.
It is our goal to restore your home quickly and efficiently. We want to get your home back to the way it was so you can get back to enjoying (or curling up under a blanket and counting the days till spring) the rest of the winter season.
Our team is always ready for anything! Contact us at SERVPRO of North Oklahoma City for a quick restoration after suffering damage from a winter storm.