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Protecting Your Home from Storms With Outdoor Prep | SERVPRO of Talladega, Clay & Randolph Counties
9/19/2023 (Permalink)
Impacted by the unusual summer storm season? SERVPRO of Talladega, Clay & Randolph Counties has your back when you experience flood and water damage.
Tornadoes, strong winds, heavy rains, flooding, thunderstorms…the number of weather threats your home face is great. Things change according to the season and your location, but there is always something you need to be prepared for.
When you own your property, you might feel like you have a never ending to-do list. Adding a few extra steps to that list seasonally can go a long way in keeping your home safe.
Alabama weather offers a little bit of everything throughout the year, with spring and summer being the worst for severe storms. Strong thunderstorms, flash floods and tornadoes cannot be ruled out during these seasons, while wind and rain are something we see all year.
Take steps to protect your home by preparing the outside of your home to handle anything that is thrown at it.
Protecting your home doesn’t have to add a ton to your to-do list, and it can even be simple enough that the whole family can get involved. By adding a few extra steps to your everyday routines, you can do a lot in keeping your home ready for all kinds of weather.
Throughout the year, strong winds and rain are a continual threat to your home. Clean your gutters out regularly, and trim the trees on your property. Pick up debris from the yard, and strap down patio furniture that stays outside permanently. When there are no objects to fly around in high winds and nothing to stop the flow of water, you can avoid broken windows and flooded basements.
Walk the exterior of your home regularly, and take note of anything that appears to be deteriorating on the walls, roof or foundation. Make sure windows and doors are well-sealed to prevent rain leaks, and get to be close friends with your roof. You should check your roof after every high wind event and at least four times a year in order to fix issues quickly.
Preparing your home can be done completely free of expenses, but there are a few upgrades your might want to look into in order to make your home as safe as possible.
Storm shutters are a great choice for protecting your home from high winds that come with thunderstorms and tornadoes. If you haven’t updated your windows in a long time, you might want to change them out for thicker materials that can withstand a lot of abuse. Gutter guards are another great choice, especially when fall brings more leaves than you ever thought existed.
Any outbuildings or disconnected structures should be securely tied down. Adding structural reinforcements to these or modular homes can help ensure that everything stays in place when the winds get high.
When severe weather is anticipated, make sure you can receive weather alerts in multiple ways. Let your family know where the safest place to shelter is in your home, and call us right away if you do end up with storm damage. We are available to start helping you out night or day.
Was your home damaged in a storm? Call us at SERVPRO of Talladega, Clay & Randolph Counties to start restoration, 24⁄7.