{"id":178327,"date":"2018-05-13T06:30:08","date_gmt":"2018-05-13T04:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/?p=178327"},"modified":"2018-05-14T08:54:01","modified_gmt":"2018-05-14T06:54:01","slug":"get-geyser-generator-ready-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/news-headlines\/2018\/05\/13\/get-geyser-generator-ready-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Get your geyser and generator ready for winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Summer has officially left the building and autumn is letting us know that the cold and potentially icy temperatures are a matter of weeks away.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s the perfect time of year to examine your geyser and generator to ensure that vital maintenance and repairs are done to ensure safety at home.<\/p><div class=\"stream-item stream-item-in-post stream-item-inline-post aligncenter\"><\/div>\n<p>Mandy Barrett of insurance brokerage and risk advisors, Aon South Africa recommends that you take advantage of the time you have now to prepare for the ensuing cold and any unexpected emergencies this winter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Geyser:<\/strong><\/p><div class=\"stream-item stream-item-in-post stream-item-inline-post aligncenter\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Cold winter temperatures and burst geysers and pipes go together like salt and pepper. Insulation is always a good idea for your geyser and water pipes. Use a geyser blanket to insulate your geyser and lagging on the exposed water pipes in your roof \u2013 not only does this protect against a sharp drop in temperature which can cause a burst pipe or geyser, but it will also save you money in the long run as water will stay hotter for longer, saving on electricity costs.<\/li>\n<li>Service your geyser and check that all the seals, valves, stop-cock, thermostat and element are in good working order. Make sure that your drip tray is correctly installed and placed \u2013 should you experience a burst geyser \u2013 the drip dray will help channel the escaping water to outside your roof, saving on ceiling damage \u2013 a stitch in time save nine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Generators:\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>With the cold comes the possibility of power outages as demand on the electricity grid increases. Make sure your generator is professionally installed by a qualified electrician and get a COC for the installation. Also confirm that your generator has a transfer switch to ensure that you can safely switch between electricity from the grid and from the generator when required.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure that your generator is installed in a well-ventilated location as it emits deadly toxic gases.<\/li>\n<li>If you are storing back-up fuel for your generator, make sure you are using appropriate containers that are clearly marked, well out of reach of children and stored in a sensible location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000\">ALSO READ:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/177420\/office-security-new-tech-making-difference\/\" target=\"_blank\">Office security \u2013 new tech is making all the difference<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/177864\/security-important-consideration-looking-new-home\/\" target=\"_blank\">Security \u2013 an important consideration when looking for a new home<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p 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