Protect Your Home from Storm Damage

8/20/2019 (Permalink)

Storms can bring all types of different weather and it is important for you to plan for it before a storm does hit. Sometimes storms can bring heavy winds, heavy rains, or even hails that can damage your home or business. Heavy storm rain and high winds can loosen building material including portions the roof and siding allowing water to come in. If this isn’t fixed in a timely manner the water soaks into the framing, foundation, adjoining walls, and flooring causing severe damage and mold. The steps you take to prepare you home before this happens can save in time and costly repairs.  

How to reduce the chance for storm damage:

• Inspect your home and repair before the storm season hits
• Prepare in advance for a big storm or flood by placing sand bags to divert water from entering structure.
• Use tarps or boards to protect areas where structure is damaged
• Repair between storms
• Inspect after storm for damage
• Keep gutters clear
• Trim trees that could potentially fall on your home
• Make sure water can flow away from your home