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Safety Tips for 2013 Blizzard

Safety Tips for 2013 Blizzard

As we all know this Blizzard hit us hard. Travelers have stated steps you can take for removing snow from roofs and ice dams (frozen water at edge of roofline).

For ice dams:

  • Clear downspouts
  • Remove snow from roof after every storm.

For removing snow from your roof:

  • Use a roof rake for sloped roofs.
  • Shovel if you have a flat roof.

To save from property damage and personal injury these steps are important. More steps from homes.yahoo.com are as follows:

  • Bundle your pipes
  • Protect your roof
  • Keep an emergency kit in your home
  • Reinforce your roof and windows
  • Protect against floods
  • Prevent sewage back up
  • Install a generator
  • Install a leak detection device
  • Stay warm

Your CT Homeowners Insurance can help protect against the damage from the storm.

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