Protect Your Home from Snowpocalypse
Posted by Damien Cabral on Thu, Feb 03, 2011
MA, RI, and CT have been getting hammered with winter weather lately. These conditions are putting both our patience and our homes to the test. It is important to protect our homes from this brutal weather and be safe while doing so. Below are some tips to help you through these trying and freezing times.
Shoveling Tips:
It is very important to do some light stretching before you begin shoveling. You will want to bring water with you outside to ensure you are staying hydrated. (Don’t eat snow as a substitute.)Lift with your legs, not your back; this will help you avoid injuries. Also, you should know your limits, if you are tired, take a break! These tips can help you stay safe when shoveling the heavy white stuff.
Roof Rakes:
Once you are done dealing with the snow on the ground, you now 
have to look at the snow on your roof. This is especially true if you have a flat roof on a porch or another part of your home. It is not advised to stand on your roof and shovel the snow off. You could end up hurting yourself by falling off the roof or the roof could collapse under the additional weight. The best solution is to secure a roof rake. A roof rake is simple tool with an aluminum head and long pole used to sweep the snow of the roof of your home. Roof rakes are the perfect solution to remove snow, while keeping your feet firmly planted on the ground.
Furnace Inspection:
Be sure to have your furnace inspected and cleaned at least once per year to ensure your family is safe and furnace is operating correctly.
Prepare an Emergency Kit:
It is always a good idea to have an emergency kit ready during any season. You never know when extreme weather will hit and you are left without basic amenities. Some items to include in your kit include:
- Non-perishable food – canned goods, Ramen, Pop-Tarts
- Jugs of water
- Blankets and first aid kit
- Battery operated radio
- Flashlight, matches, and candles
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