All over the country, temperatures are rising. With summer just setting in, there are many hot weather hazards ahead of us. So as the trusted insurance adjuster for WI, we thought we would put together a list of some summer safety tips to help local residents stay safe all season long.
During the hot summer months, multiple appliances can be plugged in at a time. Additional strain from AC units can potentially cause outages, blackouts and even shorts. More appliances combined with soaring temperatures increases the chance for a short circuit, thus creating the danger of a house fire. Limit appliance use and make sure your circuit breaker is able to handle the extra strain.
Speaking of appliances, is your air conditioner safe to use? We all use air conditioners to help keep temperatures tolerable indoors. However, many units are either dirty or not up to date. This not only causes poor air quality but high energy costs and fire hazards as well. While your air conditioning many have already been running for a few weeks now, it’s still important to make sure your AC is cleaned or serviced to ensure safety. With an inspection you can ensure the electrical elements are safe to use and that your filters are replaced often.
This time of year, summer rains can also pose a big problem, causing flooded basements and damaged appliances. Floods can cause a lot of damage so keep your eye on the weather and make sure your home, including the roof and basement is prepared for heavy rains and that you have proper flood insurance.
Careless grilling or fire burning is something else to be avoided. Before you start cooking or burning wood outside, remember never step away from the fire, to check your gas tank for hose leaks, blockages and holes and if using a charcoal grill, wait for the coals to cool completely before disposing of it.
These are just a few of the important summer safety tips to keep in mind. In the unfortunate event that something does occur, call a public adjuster for assistance. Our public adjusters can help take away a lot of the stress you are experiencing. If one of these events were to occur and you need to make a claim with your insurance company, we can help you deal with the legwork associated with filing a claim.
Ready to learn more about how our insurance adjuster in WI can help you in the event of damages this summer? Call Norcia Insurance Consultants at 866-512-LOSS (5677) or Schedule a Free Consultation.
