Protecting Your Home from Heavy Rains

6/10/2020 (Permalink)

From heavy winds to heavy rains, your home needs proper protection to survive big storms this summer.

South Florida homeowners are no strangers to heavy rains. As we move deeper and deeper into the summer season, it is imperative to take specific precautions to keep your home safe and sound in even the heaviest of rainstorms. While hurricane season has already started, we have yet to see our first major storm. The last few years have been known for hurricanes striking later into the season, so now is the perfect time to prepare.

The key to protecting your home from heavy rains is to do so proactively. Far too many South Florida homeowners fail to think about protecting their homes when the weather is nice. Then, when a major storm is coming they must rush around preparing the interior and exterior of their home. Something is inevitably missed or forgotten in those scenarios and that could lead to costly damage.

The following are some of the most important ways to protect your home from heavy rains this summer:

1. Clear out your gutters
2. Check the roof for any leaks
3. Fix any damaged or broken shingles/tiles
4. Trim any shrubbery or trees that are close to the home
5. Inspect the doors, windows, and walls for any leaks
6. Check the functionality of all shutters
7. Ensure that your insurance coverage is appropriate
8. Keep supplies like a first aid kit, canned foods, bottled water, batteries, and flashlights available
9. Define a plan for bringing in your outdoor furniture quickly and efficiently
10. Discuss an evacuation plan with your family

Storms in Florida can quickly turn from a minor concern to a major concern. With this in mind, it is extremely important to have a specific plan in place. If any of the above items have been on your to do list, now is the time to tackle them. From heavy winds to heavy rains, your home needs proper protection to survive big storms this summer.

As always, SERVPRO of East Dave / Cooper City is here for all of your water damage or storm damage needs. No job is too big or too small for our team and our storm damage experts are waiting for your call.