Whether you are settling into one of our cozy apartments in Old Town Warrenton or managing a commute from one of our larger family homes, winter in Fauquier County always brings one big question: “When will my road be plowed?”

At Alls Real Estate, we want to ensure our residents stay safe and informed during the upcoming snowstorm on January 24th and 25th. While we are available for your calls and questions, we have also compiled the following guide to help you navigate the weather—from tracking VDOT plows to protecting your home.

1. Tracking the Plows in Real-Time

You no longer have to peer out the window and wonder when the state will clear the way. VDOT provides a specialized online tool called vdotplows.org. This interactive map is activated whenever a snow event drops more than two inches of accumulation.

• Live Map: View color-coded road statuses across Fauquier County and Virginia.
• Plow Locations: See the real-time locations of active snowplows in your neighborhood.
• Searchable: Plug in your specific address to see the status of state-maintained roads nearest to your front door.

Please Note: Alls Real Estate will begin our own salting, shoveling, and plowing for our properties once it is deemed safe to do so. Maintenance will not be dispatched if conditions are too dangerous.

2. Prepare Your Home: Tenant Guidelines

To help prevent potential problems during the storm, we ask that all residents follow these simple guidelines:

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  Check Your HVAC Filter: Most heating issues are preventable. If your filter has not been replaced in the last 30 days, please do so now to avoid losing heat during the freeze.
  
  
• Plumbing Care: Please only flush toilet paper. Do not flush wet wipes, tissues, or paper towels, as these cause sewer backups. If a backup occurs during the storm, we may not be able to reach you immediately.
  
  
• Trash Disposal: Ensure all trash bags are placed inside sealed cans. Do not leave bags by the street, as they are easily damaged by snowplows, creating significant debris once the snow melts.
  
  
• Pretreated Walkways: As of Friday, January 23rd, we have already pretreated all walkways at our multifamily buildings to get a head start on the ice.
  
  

3. Power Outages & Emergency Contacts

In the event of a power outage, please contact Dominion directly to report it. Alls Real Estate does not have control over the power grids, but you can report an outage to Dominion even if the account is not in your name.

If you have any questions or concerns during the storm, our team is here to help:

• General Questions: Contact Chelsea at 813-344-6615.
  
  
• Main Office: Call us at 540-428-1889.
  
  

Stay warm, stay safe, and keep that plow tracker bookmarked!

For more local tips and property updates, stay tuned to The Know It Alls Blog at AllsRealEstate.com