Storm Damage Prevention Tips for Homeowners in Schaumburg?

10/5/2020 (Permalink)

We respond to storm damage emergencies 24 hours a day in Barrington!

Winter is Coming

Weather in Schaumburg has been extreme this year, and after the hot summer, milder fall weather is a welcome respite. October is a great time to get ready for winter storms. Rain and snow damage causes some of the costliest repairs to homes and businesses, and SERVPRO^® of Barrington/North Schaumburg knows the importance of winter storm preparation because we have years of experience responding to storm damage emergencies. Here are some tips from the American Red Cross to help you protect your home from winter storms:

• Protect your pipes from freezing
• Verify that home heating sources are in good working order and are installed properly
• Caulk and weather-strip doors and windows to keep cold air out
• Check emergency heating equipment to make sure they are properly vented and in good working order and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for refueling.
• Keep an adequate supply of firewood or coal handy if you have a fireplace
• Install a portable generator, and follow safety tips to avoid home fires and carbon monoxide poisoning

Call Us Today

When you experience storm damage in Schaumburg, SERVPRO^® of Barrington/North Schaumburg has a team of highly trained restoration technicians ready to respond 24 hours a day, and they can be onsite within four hours of your call to begin the cleanup and restoration process. Call us today at 847-526-0090.

SERVPRO^® of Barrington/North Schaumburg is Independently Owned and Operated.