00:00Winterizing your home is really a critical step to really, I think, protecting your property, your possessions, as we kind of begin to kind of ramp up into the holiday season and sort of inclement weather.
00:11As the cold settles in, experts say a few simple steps now can prevent some of the most expensive winter damage.
00:17And that starts inside your home.
00:19A lot of times there's really simple mitigation tips that you can do to kind of prevent that from happening.
00:23Pipes are one of the most common and costly winter claims, so insulating exposed lines and letting faucets drip during deep freezes can help prevent them from bursting.
00:33Outside, clearing gutters, trimming branches, and disconnecting hoses can reduce cold weather damage.
00:38And because winter storms can knock out power with little warning, experts say your emergency kit should be stocked well before you need it.
00:46Assemble your emergency kit really early on in the season, you know, packed with flashlights, batteries, water, non-perishable food, blankets.
00:56And keep documentation if damage does occur.
00:59Repairs can add up quickly, and clear communication can speed up the claims process.
01:03Those costs of repairs can add up really quickly, and so we really encourage our customers to keep the receipts,
01:09keep those communications that they're having with, you know, different repair people and their agents as well.
01:14Experts say taking just one afternoon to prepare can help protect your home through the coldest months
01:19and prevent small issues from becoming major, costly headaches later in the season.
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