The winter season is a good time of the year to make sure that you are fully prepared for weather emergencies. Preparing for storms in your Atlanta home before they happen can end up helping you to keep your family safe and to save money as well. One thing you’ll want to prepare your home for is a potential power outage. The following are a few tips to prepare your home for power outages:
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Stock your pantry – Make sure you have plenty of nonperishable foods, such as crackers, canned fruit, peanut butter and more stocked in your pantry. You should also have pet food, bottled water and a manual can opener nearby.
- Fill all prescriptions – Before a storm comes, make sure that everyone in your household has all the medication they need. You don’t want to run out of medicine if the pharmacy’s power is out.
- Have a portable heating source – Pick up a portable heater or firewood for your fireplace to keep warm when the power is out.
These are a few tips to help you prepare for potential power outages. For additional advice on preparing your home for storms, contact us at Parker Young today.
