{"id":1302,"date":"2024-01-13T15:57:01","date_gmt":"2024-01-13T15:57:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/?p=1302"},"modified":"2024-01-13T16:39:40","modified_gmt":"2024-01-13T16:39:40","slug":"12-things-to-do-to-prepare-for-a-winter-power-outage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/13\/12-things-to-do-to-prepare-for-a-winter-power-outage\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Things To Do to Prepare for a Winter Power Outage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Things You Can Do to Prepare for a Winter Power Outage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Power outages can be difficult to weather any time of year, but winter power outages can be hard on both you and your home. When there\u2019s a winter storm in the forecast, there\u2019s no time to lose. Start preparing for inclement weather now, and you\u2019ll be in fine shape should winter snowfall take a turn for the worst.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutterstock_474454369.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1320\" style=\"width:742px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutterstock_474454369.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutterstock_474454369-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutterstock_474454369-768x523.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Stock up on batteries.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you have a good supply of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/types-of-batteries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">batteries<\/a>&nbsp;(and if they\u2019re&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-rechargeable-batteries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rechargeable batteries<\/a>, ensure that they\u2019re fully charged!) in a range of sizes for all your emergency needs. Have spares ready for flashlights and radios as well as for smoke detectors, clocks, and other necessities that can run on battery backup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Check your flashlights.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How many times have you clicked on several flashlights in your junk drawer before finding one that actually works? In preparation for a power outage, carefully test each of your flashlights and determine which works and which doesn\u2019t, even with fresh batteries. Pitch the flashlights that don\u2019t work, and make sure the working ones have new batteries in them. Purchase additional&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-flashlight-brand\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">flashlights<\/a>&nbsp;if necessary\u2014you\u2019ll want to ensure there\u2019s a \u201cgood\u201d light for each member of the family, at the very least. Don\u2019t plan on using candles; flashlights are safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-src=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/download-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1321 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/download-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/download-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/download-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/533;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Fill up at the gas station.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever a big storm is expected, always fill up your cars\u2019 fuel tanks. Gas station pumps run on electricity and if the power goes out, gasoline will not be available. If you have a gas-powered&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-home-generator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">portable generator<\/a>, fill up some&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-gas-can\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">gas cans<\/a>&nbsp;too. You\u2019ll want to have plenty of fuel on hand to keep the generator humming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Buy a car charger for your mobile phone.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-solar-charger\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cell phone charger<\/a>&nbsp;in your car is especially important when you\u2019re putting together a winter power outage survival kit. You\u2019ll need a charged phone so you can make calls and stay connected with news and information. With a car charger, you\u2019ll be able to keep your phone working even if the power is out for an extended period of time. You may additionally want to invest in a solar cell phone charger, which would be another way of charging your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"499\" data-src=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bottled-water-pollution-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1324 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bottled-water-pollution-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/bottled-water-pollution-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 750px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 750\/499;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Stock up on water.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a municipal water supply, your water taps will keep flowing in the event of a power outage. But if you rely on well water, you\u2019re not so lucky\u2014the well pump won\u2019t work without electricity. When a heavy storm is predicted, stock up on drinking water, and fill up the bathtub and washing machine so you\u2019ll have enough water for washing and for flushing the toilets. The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.psu.edu\/water-system-planning-estimating-water-needs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Penn State extension service<\/a>\u00a0says Americans use 50 to 100 gallons of water per person per day, but that kind of stockpile may be tough to accomplish in an emergency situation. You will want to have on hand at least a gallon of potable water per person per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Plot alternate methods for preparing meals.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider how you would prepare food without electricity. If you have gas appliances, you should be able to light them with a match, even when the electricity is out. But if you have an electric stovetop and oven, you\u2019ll be out of luck. You can, however, use a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-gas-grills-under-500\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">propane grill<\/a>&nbsp;or an open fire to cook outdoors. If that\u2019s your plan, refill the propane tank, or buy a cord of wood. And make sure you have a manual can opener!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Get a Mobile Cell Phone Charger. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/empire-s3-production.bobvila.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iStock-1151812967-650x432.jpg\" alt=\"Person plugging a smart phone into a car charger.\" class=\"wp-image-304941 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/432;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-solar-charger\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cell phone charger<\/a>&nbsp;in your car is especially important when you\u2019re putting together a winter power outage survival kit. You\u2019ll need a charged phone so you can make calls and stay connected with news and information. With a car charger, you\u2019ll be able to keep your phone working even if the power is out for an extended period of time. You may additionally want to invest in a solar cell phone charger, which would be another way of charging your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"make-a-backup-plan-for-keeping-warm\">8<strong>. Make a backup plan for keeping warm.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/empire-s3-production.bobvila.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iStock-1432208692-650x434.jpg\" alt=\"Freezing young woman in winter clothes warms her hands on cup of tea with candles on the table in front of her.\" class=\"wp-image-304943 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/434;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Make a plan for how you will stay warm if the power goes out in the dead of winter. Even a gas-powered furnace requires electricity to run the fan that sends warm air through the vents. If you have a gas fireplace, consider installing a battery backup for the starter if you don\u2019t already have one. If you rely on a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/heating-with-wood-stove\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wood stove<\/a>&nbsp;for heat, stock up on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-wood-for-fireplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">firewood<\/a>. Do not use a propane heater inside the home unless it is one specifically designed for indoor use; carbon monoxide can build up and create a deadly hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"turn-the-temperature-down-in-your-refrigerator\">9<strong>. Turn the temperature down in your refrigerator.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/empire-s3-production.bobvila.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/adjust_temperature_refrigerator_power_outage.jpeg\" alt=\"Person turning down the temperature knob inside a refrigerator.\" class=\"wp-image-304946 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lowering the temperature of your refrigerator and freezer before the storm hits will help them stay cooler longer if the power goes out, thus increasing the likelihood that your food won\u2019t spoil. Consider moving perishables like milk and meat into the freezer so they\u2019ll stay colder. To conserve the cold air inside,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/what-not-to-do-in-a-power-outage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">avoid opening the refrigerator doors<\/a>&nbsp;more than you absolutely have to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"open-the-faucets-in-your-home\"><strong>10. Open the faucets in your home.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/empire-s3-production.bobvila.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iStock-104867665-650x433.jpg\" alt=\"A hand turning a Faucet off to save water\" class=\"wp-image-304971 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/433;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Your pipes are in danger of freezing and bursting in a winter power outage, especially if they aren\u2019t sufficiently insulated. If you\u2019re concerned your pipes may freeze,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/turn-off-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shut off the water to your home<\/a>\u00a0and open all the faucets until the pipes are empty. If you don\u2019t know where the main shut-off valve is, find out before the next storm hits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11<strong>. Camp out in the living room.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" data-src=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Picture2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1311 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Picture2-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Picture2-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 600\/400;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Loss of power could be an excuse for a fun \u201ccampout\u201d in the living room. Ahead of the storm, make sure your tent and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-camping-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sleeping bags<\/a>&nbsp;are in good shape, or acquire these items if you don\u2019t have them. Ensure you have plenty of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/best-wool-blankets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">heavy blankets<\/a>, too. Then, when the power is out and temps in the house drop, set up the tent and unroll the sleeping bags. Body heat from people together in an enclosed space will help keep everyone warm. And you\u2019ll have a fun story to tell!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Have a generator at the ready.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"430\" data-src=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Picture1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1310 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Picture1-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Picture1-1-300x198.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 650px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 650\/430;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you live in an area that frequently loses power, you might consider purchasing a backup&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bobvila.com\/articles\/types-of-generators\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">generator<\/a>, which can be switched on manually or can automatically kick in when the power goes out, depending on which type you have. You\u2019ll probably want one that\u2019s powered by gasoline, natural gas, propane, or diesel, because solar-powered generators might not function as well as you\u2019d like in stormy conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Power outages can be difficult to weather any time of year, but frigid temperatures without a working heater can be hard on both you and your home. When there\u2019s a winter storm in the forecast, there\u2019s no time to lose. Start preparing for inclement weather now, and you\u2019ll be in fine shape should winter snowfall take a turn for the worst<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dunninspectionservices.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/06\/electrical-panel-safety\/\">Electrical Panel Safety<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dunninspectionservices.com\">Return To Home Page<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Things You Can Do to Prepare for a Winter Power Outage Power outages can be difficult to weather any time of year, but winter power outages can be hard on both you and your home. When there\u2019s a winter storm in the forecast, there\u2019s no time to lose. 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