Find an Agent
|
En Español
|
Contact Us
|
Privacy Statement
|
Site Map
Auto Insurance
Motorcycle Insurance
Boat Insurance
Home Insurance
Renters / Condo Insurance
Business Insurance
Other Products
Life Insurance & Retirement
Allstate Bank
Report a Claim
Track a Claim
Allstate Claim Process
Catastrophe Information
Customer Care Center
Auto Insurance
Home Insurance
Business Insurance
Financial
Life Insurance
Catastrophe
Allstate Community Forums
Teen Driver Program
Allstate Overview
Career Opportunities
Corporate Governance
Investor Relations
Media Newsroom
Diversity
Environment
Social Responsibility
Foundation
Sponsorships & Events
REGION220XVAR
Navigation
Allstate Claims
Catastrophe Overview
Mobile Response Unit Locations
Natural Disaster Preparation
Earthquake
Flood
Hail
Hurricane
Lightning
Tornado
Volcano
Wildfire
Disaster Prevention at Home
Helping Children Cope
Cold Weather Facts
Frozen Pipes
Ice Dams in the Roof
Pet Safety
Prepare Home for Winter
Water Damage
How Do I Recover?
Catastrophe Team
Catastrophe Claim FAQ's
Tools & Resources
Claims Overview
Primary Image
FreeformContext
Preparing for Winter and Other Home Disasters
File a Claim
or Call 1-800-54-Storm
For many of us, winter means cold winds, frost, sub-zero temperatures, ice and snow. Severe winter weather can cause deterioration or even substantial damage to your house resulting in costly repairs.
Preparation and Damage Prevention Tips
Insulate walls and attic.
Caulk and weather-strip doors and windows to reduce wind drafts.
Install storm windows or cover windows with plastic film from the inside.
Detach all gardening hoses and shut-off water supply to outside faucets.
Install faucet covers to all external faucets.
Tag the location of your main water valve and make sure you can easily turn it on and off.
Follow
ice dam prevention
tips to minimize ice dam formation on your roof.
If you have a thermostat that uses a battery, be sure to replace it regularly.
Follow precautionary steps to safeguard against your
water pipes
freezing.
Follow
home winter safety tips
to protect yourself and others on your property.
Keep garage doors closed to help eliminate drafts in the attached house.
During power failures, disconnect your electrical appliances to avoid damage from power surges, which can occur once the power is restored.
Remove snow build-up on your roof to avoid ice and snow damage to the roof or interior of the home.
Be prepared for winter with additional
cold weather facts
.
This section highlights examples of safety precautions you can consider to help prepare yourself, others and your personal property for winter freeze. Please recognize that a particular precaution may not be appropriate or effective in every circumstance. We encourage you to use your own good judgment about what's appropriate.
Region188x171
Region188x111
REGION188XVAR
Related Materials
Catastrophe Information Center
Get help with disaster claims and recovery after disaster strikes
More
Need Help Filing a Claim?
Call 1-800-54-STORM or log on today
File Your Claim
Your Property Claim
Understanding the claim process
Your Property Claim
Your Auto Claim
Understanding the claim process.
Your Auto Claim
Report a Flood Policy Claim
Submit your claim online.
Submit Your Claim
Your Claim Estimate
Your guide to reading your adjuster summary.
Learn More
Be Prepared for a Catastrophe
Download Allstate's free home inventory software and create a room-by-room inventory of your personal possessions.
Download Now
Are You Ready for Hurricane Season?
Here are preparation tips.
More
Need to Reach Us?
Call 1-800-ALLSTATE
®