https://www.thestewardshipgroup.org https://www.thestewardshipgroup.org/preparing-for-winter-storms-and-freezing-temperatures <h3> ❄️ Winter Weather Alert for Central Pennsylvania </h3> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Cold temperatures and snow are in the forecast across central PA. Below-freezing conditions over the coming days increase the risk of icy roads, snow accumulation, and frozen or burst pipes. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Now is the time to prepare your home and understand what to do if winter weather causes damage. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Protect Your Home from Frozen Pipes </strong> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> Frozen and burst pipes are among the most common winter insurance claims. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> To help prevent frozen pipes: </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Keep your home heated (at least 55–60°F). </span> </li> <li> <span> Insulate exposed pipes in basements, crawl spaces, and garages. </span> </li> <li> <span> Let faucets drip slightly during extreme cold. </span> </li> <li> <span> Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate. </span> </li> <li> <span> Disconnect outdoor hoses and seal drafts. </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> If a pipe freezes or bursts: </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Shut off your main water supply immediately. </span> </li> <li> <span> Turn off electricity in affected areas if water is present. </span> </li> <li> <span> Take photos of the damage and begin drying if safe. </span> </li> <li> <span> Report the claim as soon as possible. </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> How to Report a Claim </strong> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> During business hours (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM): </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Call The Stewardship Group at (717) 935-5858 </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> After hours, contact your insurance company directly: </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Erie Insurance: (800) 458-0811 </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Brotherhood Mutual: (800) 333-3735 </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Brethren Mutual: (877) 300-0864 </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Progressive: (800) 776-4737 </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Centre County Mutual: https://centrecountymutual.com/report-a-claim.asp </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <ul> <li> <span> Juniata Mutual: https://juniatamutual.com/file-a-claim/ </span> </li> </ul> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Our Commitment to You </strong> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> At The Stewardship Group, our mission is to help you manage risk and protect what matters most. Prevention is always the best protection — and when the unexpected happens, we’re here to guide you through the claims process. </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> </div> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:35:06 GMT https://www.thestewardshipgroup.org/preparing-for-winter-storms-and-freezing-temperatures thumbnail main image