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Winter Is Coming, Fort Worth! | SERVPRO® of North Fort Worth
12/1/2022 (Permalink)
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This year, the first official day of winter is set for Dec. 21, and depending on where you live, this arrival could look extremely different.
Winter in areas like Fort Worth can go unnoticed since the only change we see is a drop in temperature, but in other places, winter starts off strong, and hazards like snow and ice don’t stop coming until the weather starts to warm up.
Regardless of where you reside, winter poses a particular set of risks that can harm your property and put your family outside in the cold (or rain…or fog…or, well, you get the idea).
Thankfully, you can safeguard your home and protect the ones you love when you are aware of all the threats winter creates.
Chilly, damp, wet and icy are all terms that have been used to characterize winter throughout the country and the side of the map you land on will influence what words get thrown around.
In areas of the Midwest and the East Coast, winter temperatures plummet to record lows and severe snow can be expected for most of the year. On the West Coast, temperatures stay moderate and rain is more of an issue than snowfall.
Although your location will affect how hard winter could hit your home, it’s smart to ready your home for the worst to reduce your risk of potential damage.
Unless our community experiences a Christmas miracle, you shouldn’t expect a blizzard in Fort Worth this winter. But freezing temperatures are not uncommon in Fort Worth, which has the most winter weather in any area in Texas.
Even if we aren’t hit by a snowstorm, there are still plenty of hazards you can prepare your home for in advance. Sleet, rain and ice are all capable of causing harm if your property is not protected from them.
Learning about the various types of winter storms is one of the first steps in getting ready for whatever winter throws your way. Next, ensure you have two or more ways to stay weather aware. Make sure one of your sources is usable when you are without power, so you can stay updated even during an outage.
Preparing an emergency kit is another helpful way to stay ahead of winter weather. Think about keeping a kit in your vehicle, too, so you’ll have the essentials you need on the go.
Weatherproofing your windows and doors is a must no matter how frigid this winter gets. This can both cut your electric expenses as well as assist you in avoiding water damage brought on by excessive moisture.
To ensure your home is fully prepared for whatever this winter brings, address any roof damage, cut any branches hanging over your home, seal up any openings around your property and add insulation to your attic.
Stay warm, cozy and, most importantly, safe this winter by safeguarding your property. Reduce your risk of damage and give SERVPRO a call if winter gives you any trouble this year. We are available 24⁄7 to restore your home to its preloss state.
If you experience damage in a winter storm, call us. We have the experience and equipment to get your home back to normal.