Fire and Disaster Home Renovations Experiencing the partial or total loss of your home in the event of a fire, flood, or other disaster can be an incredibly devastating and overwhelming experience for homeowners. Every year, countless families are affected by significant damage to their house, and require restoration services to ensure the structure remains safe to live in. At Abbey Platinum Master Built, we strive to provide the highest quality in disaster restoration, and are proud to be a preferred builder of insurance services in the Central Alberta Region. We understand just how important keeping your home safe is, and to help you avoid the need for this kind of service, we have compiled a short list of quick tips to circumvent risks that may put your home in danger. Read on to learn how you can keep your home safe! Mitigating Seasonal Risks It’s no secret that Alberta’s climate can be particularly challenging to predict, and often poses challenges to our homes. Being mindful of any seasonally specific risks will help you stay prepared and reduce the chance of damage occurring. Things to consider include: Winter
- Making sure your home maintains an ambient temperature to avoid pipes freezing/bursting.
- Never leaving burning fireplaces or candles unattended
- Keeping Christmas trees/seasonal decorations clear of open flame
- Ensuring any decorations are properly plugged in and laid out to avoid overheating, and more.
- Inspecting your property for signs of leaks, or foundational faults that could lead to flooding
- Keeping fires pits and BBQs properly supervised
- Outdated appliances/AC unit