Winter Road

Atlanta, Georgia is known to have rough winters, but this year’s predictions have put the city at an especially tough season. Reports say it will be colder than usual. With the holidays coming up in a week or so, here are a few tips that you can use to keep you and your family protected from the damage that snow, rain, and the general winter weather patterns can bring about.

Fire Damage Protection

Fire is a real threat in the cold months. The main reason for this is the presence of a number of heating equipment appliances and active fireplaces inside homes. Do not think that just because it is snowing outside, there is no chance of a fire. Never leave a fireplace unattended, and always keep your furnace isolated from anything that may burn.

Snow Damage

Snow is a form of precipitation, and when it collects over roofs and other structures, it can grow up to 30 times heavier. In fact, roofs and support structures regularly collapse or at least cave in every winter. If the option is available to you, invest in a heating system on the roof that prevents the build up of snow by creating a warmer surface causing snow to melt and slide away.

Ice Storms

Ice is caused by rain that freezes before it hits the ground, and unlike snow, ice is not gradual or slow. It gets heavy and bombards the ground and everything that is on it. Cars, windows, and other such things can get ruined by falling ice formations or hail. Ice also effects trees and branches which can then snap off or fall over. Be aware of the quality of your home, the placement of your vehicles, and the nearby trees during freezing ice storms.

Protection from the damages of winter months is vital as many homes are built with wood. Employ the services of a technician who is qualified to check for damages and winter proof your home. It is better to be prepared than to spend money on repairing the damage should it happen.