With the storm season approaching, taking proactive steps to protect your home and family is essential. We might not be able to control the weather itself, but through careful preparation, we can significantly reduce the impact of a storm.
Below are some things that you should put in place:
Securing Your Property
The first line of defense is ensuring your property is free from potential hazards. Book an appointment with an expert to inspect your roof for loose or broken shingles, flashing, and gutters. Weak spots on roofs are especially vulnerable during storms, leading to substantial water damage inside a house.
Next, consider your yard. Cutting off overhanging branches that could become dangerous missiles in strong winds would be best. Pay particular attention to those branches that may fall upon your roof, power lines, or house. Outdoor furniture, grills, planters, and other objects that need security could be dangerous projectiles in high winds. Hence, they must be brought inside or stored inside garages or sheds.
Creating an Emergency Plan
Every family needs a clearly defined emergency plan to ensure safety during severe weather conditions like hurricanes. Ensure every household member knows your area’s evacuation routes and potential shelters. This would prevent the scenario whereby members get separated when there is heavy downpouring.
Afterward, collect enough supplies for everyone, including non-perishable foodstuff for three days at least, plus bottled water since emergencies such as hurricanes usually interrupt water services. Also pack flashlights & batteries, etc.
Preparing Your Home
While securing your property and creating an emergency plan are essential, remember to prepare your home. For instance, it is advisable to reinforce one’s garage doors against high winds. Hurricane straps or bracing kits can help secure them.
If you do not have hurricane-resistant windows, install storm shutters or pre-cut plywood boards to shield them from wind-driven debris. Also, stock up on canned foodstuff, bottled water, and any other necessary medicine that might not be available in case of blackouts or limited access to stores by stocking up on it in advance. Lastly, ensure you have a full gas tank to leave when necessary or carry out emergency errands during power failures.
Staying Informed
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to storms. Keep a close watch on weather reports and advisories from reputable sources throughout the season. Stay informed about potential threats and the evacuation orders issued by authorities. Numerous apps are available that you can download onto your phone, which will provide instant information about weather conditions, the actions of nearest shelters, and any other essential alerts. Familiarize yourself with their features.
Premier Public Adjusters Protects Your Home Amidst Disaster
Though this mitigates storm damage, there can still be other unexpected outcomes. Premier Public Adjusters can advocate for you if your house experiences wind destruction. Our experts have a lot of experience handling wind damage claims Camden County, NJ. They will help you through the complex insurance claim processes to ensure you get fully compensated for necessary repairs to restore your house and bring it to its original state.