Power Outage Safety Tips for Hermantown Residents?

4/9/2024 (Permalink)

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Our Aitkin, Carlton, and West St. Louis Counties teams restore storm damage every year in Hermantown. After a spring power outage, it's important to conduct a comprehensive check of your home to ensure safety and functionality. Start by examining your electrical panel for tripped breakers or blown fuses and resetting or replacing them as needed. Inspect outlets and switches for damage or overheating to avoid potential electrical hazards.

Next, assess your appliances for any signs of damage, unusual odors, or sounds before using them. Pay special attention to your refrigerator and freezer to ensure food safety, discarding perishables if the temperature exceeds 40° Fahrenheit for more than two hours.

Check your HVAC system for proper operation, changing air filters if necessary and clearing outdoor units of debris. If you have a sump pump, verify it is working and ensure the sump pit is debris-free to prevent flooding.

Inspect your water heater for leaks or damage, and test security alarms and systems. Additionally, check carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, replacing batteries as needed.

Examine plumbing fixtures and pipes for leaks or water damage, and inspect stored food and emergency supplies for spoilage. By conducting a thorough post-outage inspection, you can address any issues promptly.

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When your home or commercial business in Hermantown has storm damage, our local Aitkin, Carlton, and West St. Louis Counties teams are Here to Help®. Call us today at 218-879-6141.

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