PROTECT YOUR HOME FROM SNOW & ICE STORMS

This quiz is designed to assist homeowners whose residences are at risk of damage from Snow and Icestorms.

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Has your home ever been damaged by winter weather?  (roof leaks, full or partial roof  collapse, wall cracks, sagging ridge line, frozen pipes)

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Is the slope of your roof sufficient to shed snow and  ice? (more than 10 cm vertically in 30 cm horizontally)

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Does your roof have significant obstructions (chimneys, skylights, dormers) where snow and ice can collect?

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Have you cleaned debris from your roof drainage systems (scuppers, gutters and downspouts)?

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Is there any vegetation that overhangs your roof and contributes to blockages in roof drainage systems?

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Do you own electric heating cables, or a chemical de-icer?

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Have you inspected your attic for heat sources FROM ATTIC ACCESS DOORS?

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Have you inspected your attic for heat sources from LIGHT FIXTURES WITHOUT INSULATION?

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Do you have any un-insulated pipes exposed to cold air?

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Do you have any leaks or  penetrations in the attic that allow cold air into your home?

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During severe cold snaps do you Open your taps to keep water moving?

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During severe cold snaps do you Maintain a constant thermostat temperature during the night and day?

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During severe cold snaps do you Open your kitchen and sink cabinets to warmer air?

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During severe cold snaps do you Keep your garage door closed?

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Before leaving your house for an extended period of time during cold weather do you Keep the thermostat set to no lower than 12 C?

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Before leaving your house for an extended period of time during cold weather do you Make sure a neighbour checks to see your house temperature is not too low?

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Before leaving your house for an extended period of time during cold weather do you Drain your water system by opening the taps?

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