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Hurricane season is just around the corner so it is time to get your home ready
for the season. There are many things that can be done to prepare your home for
a hurricane.
Take a walk around your home and check for any loose boards, such as siding,
fascia or soffits. Check the roof and gutters for debris and clean them out.
Look for any loose paint or places where water may be coming into your home
such as at the bottom of doors or around windows. Not only can hurricanes be
devastating, but we know, too, that tropical storms can wreak havoc by bringing
lots of rain. If there is an existing leak before a storm, this situation could
become a much larger problem during the storm.
A decision should be made about your windows. One option is to cover them with
plywood. Your remodeler can cut plywood to fit all your windows ahead of time
and they can be labeled so you know which window they go on in advance.
However, after the storm there will be screw holes in the wood around your
windows and doors. Besides plywood, there are other products on the market that
will protect windows during a storm. These are easy to install once the
hardware is in place. These products include such items as shutters that can be
rolled down to cover windows or screens that can withstand 150 mph winds. Your
remodeler can assist you with the variety of choices that are available.
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After watching the destruction from Hurricanes Rita and Katrina, we have seen
the devastation that can occur. It may be time to invest in a generator for
your home. The size of the generator depends on the amount of power you need to
operate certain items in your home such as your air conditioning unit, refrigerator, freezer, lights, wine refrigerator and possibly the washing
machine.
If you are in the middle of a major remodeling project when a storm is predicted
to come your way, there are some things that can be done to secure the project.
The dumpster at your home may not be picked up before the storm arrives. Cover
it with a large tarp to prevent the debris in the dumpster from flying. If you
do not have a dumpster put the construction debris in your garage to keep it
from becoming projectiles. Move the portable toilet to the garage, tie it to a
tree or have it picked up. You may want to keep it since there is always a
chance you could lose water service to your home for a few days after the
storm.
These are just a few of the things consider before hurricane season begins. Call
your favorite remodeler and have her do a walk through with you to discuss
options and help you prepare for the season.
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