Storm-Proof Your Home

10/17/2018 (Permalink)

Creating the right barrier can protect your home even in extreme situations like the one above. This personal dam could set you back $10,000!

So a Tropical Depression has made its way into the Gulf of Mexico. Chances are, you are not going to evacuate. Most Houstonians will choose to ride out a storm as long as it is classified below a Hurricane. Even then a category 1 Hurricane doesn't spark enough fear to cause mass evacuations. If you do plan on riding out the storm here is a checklist you should perform to protect your property before hunkering down.

Property Checklist

• Visual Inspection of your roof. Make sure there are no holes and places where water will enter your home.
• Nail sheets of plywood over every window to protect it from flying debris. 
• Trim any loose branches nearby.
• Bring any potted plants or loose objects inside lest they come flying through your window!
• Call your insurance company to make sure you are covered in case you do suffer storm damage. SERVPRO of South Pasadena recommends you do this before Hurricane seasons starts, as it usually takes a few months for your policy to go into effect.
• Do a video walkthrough of your home. This has become more popular in recent years with the surge of technology and it is a fantastic way to keep a record of your personal contents for the insurance companies.
• Lock down your Garage door. If your garage gives way your entire house instantly becomes at high risk for wind or water damage. 
• Line all exterior doors to keep rising water from entering your home.

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