At UGI EnergyLink, our main goal is to provide you with the tools and guidance to make smart decisions for your home and business. One cadence that can be particularly helpful is to complete a seasonal or quarterly safety checklist.
Completing a small checklist of tasks can often save you time and money in the long run by preventing larger problems or even disasters from occurring in the future. It’s always a good idea to get your whole family or team of employees involved in managing these tasks so everyone knows the items that can be red flags. In this article, we will provide some checklist items that can be reviewed for your home or business as fall approaches.
- Check outdoor vents. Check to make sure that your vents are clear of any debris. This is a quick and easy way to ensure larger build-ups do not occur.
- Remember to change your filter. Check out these simple steps you can follow to replace many commonly used air filters.
- Have your gas appliances serviced regularly.
- Prevent CO2 poisoning by checking that your vents are vented correctly.
- CALL 811 before digging! You can learn more about the specific laws in your state by visiting the Call 811 website.
- Take notice of dead vegetation or discolored soil, as this could mean a gas leak. According to Angi, “Natural gas blocks oxygen from absorbing into the plant’s roots. You may notice wilted leaves or yellow patches of grass near the gas line in your yard.”
- Check smoke and CO2 detector batteries.
- Fall is the time to wrap your pipes to keep moisture out and to prevent the pipes from freezing.
- Never store gasoline, paint thinner, or cleaning products in the same room as gas or heat-producing appliances. Guidance for how to store these sensitive products can be found here.
- Maintain and prepare your fireplace for greater use during the cooler months. You can refer to our article with tips for maximizing the energy efficiency of your fireplace. Check it out.
- Keep walkways clear of leaves and debris to prevent falls, accidents, or injuries.
With the leaves beginning to turn colors, the air becoming crisp, and that apple pie just about ready to come out of the oven, it’s the perfect time to embrace fall at our home or business. Get into the spirit by following our fall safety tips this season. Also, note that many additional safety practices may be added to this list depending on your home or business needs. Be sure to follow our blog for more tips as the seasons progress. Let us help you keep your home or business running safely and efficiently all year long! For more information, contact us today!