When winter weather hits, it brings its own unique safety challenges. Freezing temperatures and icy conditions can be dangerous very quickly. At Cascade Energy Services, we do more than offer heat pump maintenance, service, repair, and installation in Northgate. We want out our clients to stay safe. Here are some winter safety tips that can help.
Frostbite
When parts of your body freeze, it is known as frostbite. This condition can cause permanent damage. To avoid frostbite, you want to dress in loose layers that allow air to move between the layers. It is vital to make sure your extremities are covered. This means ears, nose, cheeks, feet, and hands. Choosing gloves over mittens can keep your fingers warmer.
Slips and Falls
Injuries from falls are common in the winter. Forget fashion and opt for traction—Salt icy walking areas. Kitty litter will work if you don’t have salt. It won’t melt the ice but allows you better traction. Don’t walk with your hands in your pockets.
Hypothermia
This occurs when your body temperature goes below 95 degrees. One sign is extreme shivering. If not mitigated, fatigue, drowsiness, shallow breathing, and confusion. Be prepared for winter weather can help you avoid hypothermia. Dress appropriately and carry blankets in your car.
Shoveling Snow
Shoveling snow can be strenuous. Warming up your muscles before you go out can be helpful. Use a short shovel to life the snow and a long shovel to push it. Rest in between, and don’t overexert yourself.
Above all, you must keep your living space nice and warm. If you need heat pump maintenance, service, repair, and installation in Northgate, contact Cascade Energy Services at (425) 243-0371. We have emergency service hours, so even if a disaster occurs after hours, we are here for you.
I highly recommend Bill from Cascade Energy Services. He did what other HVAC companies in the area weren't able to do. Instead of trying to sell me into buying a new HVAC unit (which is what I initially contacted him for), he found me a replacement part for my existing high-end Trane furnace, ordered it on my behalf for local pickup just down the road from my house. This saved me $$ by not having to replace my entire furnace. I had paid another HVAC company to come out and try to find the replacement part but they couldn't do it. Bill did it over phone / email and didn't charge me anything. I simply paid for the part (at wholesale cost) that he ordered, and once I plugged in the new part (pressure switch), my furnace was up and running like normal. I'd trust Bill on the any HVAC matters. He is very knowledgeable and cares about doing the right thing for the customer. I now have a trusted go-to source for future heating and cooling needs!