你可能会受到你所在地区冬季风暴的影响

无论你住在哪里, winter can signal a dip in temperatures and the possibility of unpredictable weather, 包括几英寸厚的雪和危险的冰. Winterizing a house — from climates that expect snow and below-freezing temps for months, to regions that experience a cooling off and unpredictable precipitation — can help make sure your home is ready for the season.

Tips to prepare the inside of your home for the winter storm

安乐窝的舒适, warm home in winter can help you forget about the short days and the multiple layers of clothing. 这些建议可以帮助你度过冬季风暴.

• 密封潜在泄漏. 密封壁灯周围的区域, the attic hatch and plumbing vents that may be allowing warm air from the living space below to enter the attic.
• 允许通风. 适当的阁楼通风, adequate attic insulation and a tight air barrier between the attic and the interior of the house can help prevent ice dams.
• 使用窗纸包. 如果你没有双层玻璃或防风窗, try a plastic-film sheet kit from your local hardware store. 这些只会持续一季, but they can help with energy efficiency and help halt the cold flow of winter drafts.
• 应用防风雨剥皮和填缝. 在门上加防风雨条，并把窗户缝填满. Check that all windows are locked to help keep out as much cold air as possible.
• 让水从冷热水龙头滴下来过夜.

户外冬季家居保养小贴士

Even with the cold weather conditions, your yard still needs to be maintained.

• 工具检查. 确保你的雪铲没有裂缝.
• 对室外水龙头进行防寒处理. Remove all hoses or devices attached to outdoor spigots and drain any water left behind in the pipes.
• 户外家具. 清洗室内装饰和框架. 在北方气候中, consider storing both furniture and cushions in a covered spot free from moisture.
• 清理任何景观碎片和废物. 清除暖通空调周围的任何碎片或树枝, 燃气表, 地下室窗户和烘干机排气口.
• 柴火. Store your firewood in a dry place at least 30 feet from your home to help avoid a fire hazard.
• 游泳池和热水浴缸. 在北方气候中, close and secure both the swimming pool and hot tub.
• 户外灯. Ensure that lights at doors (front, back and garage) are functioning. Replace any burned-out bulbs with more efficient LED options.
• 防止害虫. Walk around your house to check the foundation for small cracks or openings w在这里 mice or other pests can tunnel in. Winter is when they seek the warmth of your house, so seal up any possible entrances.
• 人行道和车道. Shovel the snow from the sidewalk and driveway and then follow-up with a de-icing product to help prevent slips and falls.

提示: Heavy accumulations of snow, ice and rain can lead to water damage and even roof collapse. If buildup occurs, the safest option is to hire a snow removal contractor. 如果你自己做的话, use a specially designed roof rake to gently pull snow off the roof from the safety of the ground.

冬季风暴准备小贴士

在冬季的几个月里会发生停电和大雪, so take a moment to prepare yourself and your family for such winter emergencies. Having the following items ready can help you make it through safely:

• Battery-powered flashlights or lanterns and extra batteries
• 饮用和/或瓶装水
• 不易腐烂的食品
• 额外的毯子、睡袋和保暖的冬衣
• 公用事业公司的电话号码
• 手机和移动充电器
• 处方药和其他药品
• A battery-powered radio, with extra batteries, for listening to local emergency instructions
• Battery backup to help protect your computer and other important electronic equipment
• 急救箱
• Consider buying a generator — a permanent or portable generator can help provide temporary power when and w在这里 you need it.

If you've been affected by the recent winter storm in your area and need to report your claim, text the word “CLAIM” to 62789 to receive a link or you can report easily through softone1.com® , our State Farm mobile app, contacting your State Farm agent or calling 800-SFClaim (800-732-5246800-732-5246).

如果你确定你的家遭受了持续的破坏, 保护您的财产免受进一步的损害或损失, be sure to make reasonable and necessary temporary repairs. Keep an accurate record of repair expenses along with any photos of damage. If you have a covered loss, these repairs may be reimbursed by State Farm.