IS YOUR HOME READY?
Sidestep unnecessary winter damage to your property. It starts with an awareness of what could go wrong, along with a few smart checks to know your home is safe this winter season.
Winter Preparedness Checklist for Homes
Avoiding Outdoor Damage to your Home
☐ Clear the snow
☐ Prevent icy walkways and frozen door handles
☐ Conduct roof inspection
☐ Redirect melting snow
☐ Pipes & plumbing insulation
☐ Shut off exterior water access
☐ Downspouts
☐ Window wells
☐ Store gardening tools
☐ Patio furniture & pool accessories
What to Inspect and Watch for Indoors
☐ Heating / HVAC Equipment, generators & boilers
☐ Functioning alarms
☐ Chimney & fireplace inspection
☐ Lit candles
☐ Wood burning fires
☐ Cracks, air leaks & openings in windows, doors & walls
DON’T HAVE AN EMERGENCY PLAN?
Get FIRST ONSITE’s Priority Response Emergency Plan (PREP) for residential properties and be prepared in case of the worst.
Contact us today at 877.778.6731 or email info@firstonsite.ca to set-up your emergency plan assessment before the next winter storm.