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Tips For Staying Safe After a Snowstorm
The snowstorms that have hit the Northeast are far from over, and significant Winter snowfalls are par for the course in the Midwest and mountain states as well. While it's important to keep your home warm and cozy, there are also some very practical steps that you can take to keep it safe both inside and out.
- As soon as possible, clear snow and ice from driveways, pathways, and sidewalks.
Do You Remove Snow From Your Roof?
If you live in a snowy climate, you probably know about the dangers of allowing snow to build up on the roof of your home. From water damage to potential cave-ins, heavy, wet snow can really cause problems for the structural integrity of your home.
Luckily, you can prevent these issues by simply removing the snow as it falls.
Have You Been Snowed in This Winter?
Snow days were always fun for me as a kid. I loved the unexpected break from schoolwork, as well as the excuse to spend the day sledding or skating around my house.
Granted, snowstorms are definitely more of a problem for adults, who often lose valuable work time or must figure out how to safely get to their jobs during inclement weather.
How Do You Deal With Your Snowy Driveway?
Growing up, we used my dad's tractor to plow the snow out of our long driveway. We still had to shovel out paths, porches, and decks, but I was glad that the driveway was taken care of by other means. Other folks have to rely solely on shovel power.
Do You Hire a Snow Plow Service?
I lived on a private road growing up, so we had to chip in with our neighbors to hire a snow plow service in the Winter. In general, snow removal is provided for public roads by the public works department, though. But some of us with long driveways may still have to hire snow plowers depending on your location.
Has It Snowed at Your House Yet?
My sister sent me this photo of her front stoop the other day (her first light snow); it's totally dreamy and envy-inducing. San Francisco rarely has any snow, which makes me miss the colder climates. A layer of snowflakes on the ground really rings in the holiday season.
Etsy Finds: Say It With Snow
Finding the perfect holiday cards to send to everyone on your list can be a challenge. You want something adorably unique that squeals happy holidays, but you don't want to offend anyone who might not celebrate Christmas. So why not say it with snow?
Casa Quickie: Eco Snow Removal
When a big storm comes though, staying off the roads inherently cuts back on gasoline use. But using a gasoline-powered snow blower or other snow removal product to clear the snow from your driveway and walkway will also emit greenhouse gases. So, instead, use an electric-powered one.
Guess What This Does?
This tool is a snow rake, and has a very long handle. Can you guess which part of your home it rakes snow from?
Who Shovels at Your Home?
If you live in a snowy climate, chances are that you'll spend a good amount of time each week shoveling your front walk, which is actually a good form of exercise. Most cities also require that residents keep the sidewalks in front of their property free of snow and ice. Do you shovel at your home?
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