10 Top Home Winterizing Preparation Steps from Blossman Gas

Prepare for Extreme Weather Now

SWANNANOA, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Blossman–Regardless of where you live in the country, the danger of approaching
extreme weather conditions and its associated strong winds, rain,
flooding, ice storms or snow means it’s time to prepare your home.
Blossman Gas is providing a checklist to prepare for these potential
dangers. Preparing and being actively ready with a plan in the case of
winter storms can prevent potential crisis and damage in your home.

10 Top Extreme Weather Winterizing Preparation Steps

1. Get a fall maintenance check on all of your home heating systems as
   soon as possible, to receive a detailed update on your appliances and
   systems and to ensure that all are operating at peak performance.
2. Winterize your home to extend the life of your fuel supply by
   insulating walls and attics, caulking and weather-stripping doors and
   windows.
3. Clear rain gutters, repair roof leaks, and cut away tree branches that
   could fall on your house during a storm.
4. Insulate water pipes with insulation or newspapers and plastic. Allow
   faucets to drip a little during cold weather to avoid freezing.
5. All fuel-burning equipment should be vented to the outside and kept
   clear of debris.
6. Keep fire extinguishers on hand and make sure everyone in your home
   knows how to use them.
7. Learn how to shut off water valves and mark with a visible tag. In
   case your house is unheated for a long period, it is recommended to
   drain water pipes and turn off the main water valve.
8. Install storm windows to insulate or cover windows with plastic from
   the inside to keep cold air out.
9. Hire a contractor to check the structural ability of the roof to
   sustain additional weight from an accumulation of snow – or water, if
   you have a flat roof and your drains do not work.
10. Keep names and contact information of trusted plumbers and
    electricians, along with your local Blossman Gas store.

For more Blossman Cold Weather checklists, How to Prepare an Emergency
Kit and a useful Family Communication Plan, go to: http://www.blossmangas.com/Company/News/PR-Toolkit.

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About Blossman Gas
Blossman
Propane Gas, Appliance & Service has been providing the comforts of
propane and propane appliances to families throughout the Southeast and
Mid Atlantic for more than 65 years. Servicing customers in 12 states
from 72 branches, the family-and employee-owned company sells more than
85 million gallons of propane a year. Showrooms provide demonstrations
and expertise on most national manufacturers of ranges, cooktops, water
heaters, generators, gas grills and gas logs. Leading the industry in
technician training, Blossman is a full-service company that provides
everything from propane delivery to appliance sales, installation and
service. For more information, call 1.888.Blossman or visit www.blossmangas.com.

Contacts

Blossman Gas
Janet Oppenheimer, 828-251-0027
joppenheim@blossmangas.com