Prepare for Winter Infographics

Be Prepared for WINTER The Kitchen Range Never hang a potholder or a jacket close to the stove Keep fire extinguisher in the kitchen 100 people die every year from fires are caused by fires that begin with cooking /57 leaving the stove unattended Heating Equipment Get your heating systems & chimneys inspected by professionals Inspect & replace damaged cords, loose connections A space heater causes 32% 360 of home heating fires deaths per year $559 million 1,020 direct property damage injuries Roof & Gutter Check for loose shingles & flashings / curled or buckled if shingles are blistered to get proper ventilation if gutters are securely attached for granules in the gutters & replace broken shingles Pipes & Chimneys O Let water trickle in all your faucets, if temperatures drop to below 20 degrees Make sure your pipes &chimneys are sealed properly Check whether chimneys are crack free & there is no place for a leak Windows and Doors Check weather-stripping Check patch or caulk as needed Consider thick drapes to help keep heat inside Holiday Tree Don't burn candles near or on the tree Every year 300 home fires begin with the holiday tree Furnace, Hoses & Faucets Clean/ replace your filters every 4-6 weeks Disconnect the hose & store it inside in the winter Wrap outside pipes & spigots Pools 85% home pools do not meet safety standards Install a pool alarm Get a winter safety net to prevent access to water Check your pool fencing if it's fitted to the correct height & make sure it has no gaps. Other Tips Install smoke & carbon monoxide detector Keep fire extinguisher handy Prepare an emergency kit Check tree branches & trim those that are close to the house or power line. Resources: http://nationwide.com/static/infographic-alternative-heating.jpg www.nfpa.org http://netdna-cdn.com/prepare-your-home-for-winter_52a5f80396c3e_w1500.jpg www.championwindow.com/roofing/