Cold snaps can hit fast where we live and when they do, your home needs to be ready. Meenan has been helping local homeowners stay warm through unpredictable winters for generations and a little preparation now can help you avoid the stress of frozen pipes, no heat situations and mid winter surprises

Use these simple, practical steps to help your home stay comfortable and protected when temperatures drop.

Heating and home comfort tips

• Keep warm air moving freely – Make sure vents, radiators and baseboards aren’t blocked so heat can circulate properly.
• Give your heating system a quick tune up – Replace or clean your air filter to help your system run more efficiently.
• Use space heaters with care – Keep them at least three feet from anything flammable and plug them directly into a wall outlet.
• Have your emergency contacts ready – Keep utility and fuel delivery numbers in an easy to reach spot.

Protecting pipes and plumbing

• Let faucets drip during extreme cold – A slow trickle can help prevent pipes from freezing.
• Warm up exposed plumbing – Open cabinet doors on exterior walls to let heat reach vulnerable pipes.
• Add insulation where needed – Basements, crawl spaces and unheated rooms benefit from pipe insulation to reduce freeze risk

Home access and winter safety

• Clear snow and ice around your driveway and fill pipe – This helps fuel delivery drivers and service technicians reach your home safely.
• Mark your fill area in deep snow – A stake or flag improves visibility when snow piles up.
• Check carbon monoxide detectors – Replace batteries and confirm alarms are working before the next cold stretch

Power and preparedness essentials

• Charge essential devices before storms – Phones, flashlights, battery packs and generators should be ready ahead of time.
• Keep outage essentials nearby – Flashlights, blankets and bottled water should be easy to grab if the power goes out.
• Check thermostat batteries – Fresh batteries help prevent unexpected heat loss.
• Seal up drafts – Weatherstripping or rolled towels can help keep warm air inside and cold air out

Count on Meenan when winter ice or snowstorms hit.

Rely on our team to keep you warm and comfortable all winter.

When temperatures drop or storms roll in, your neighbors rely on Meenan for fast, dependable service. If your heat stops working or you’re dealing with a winter emergency, our local team is ready 24/7 to help keep your home safe and warm.

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