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Buying your dream home is a significant accomplishment, and you need to protect your investment. While there is no way you can control severe weather, you can do many things to prevent possible damage to your home and protect your family.
Here are tips you should remember when gearing up your home for an upcoming weather event.
Inspect your home and resolve issues like peeling roof shingles, loose fence boards, and rattling windows to prevent costly damage. Dealing with damages head-on can save you from expensive repairs after damage from severe weather events. For instance, if a shingle is damaged, it will likely get loose during a storm. If it is missing, reinstall or replace it immediately.
Keep an eye on potential hazards surrounding your home. Here is how you can implement basic outdoor maintenance before a weather condition.
A spare power source can keep your essential appliances and lights on, especially in brutal weather conditions. In some cases, intense storms can cut power sources for more than a day. On average, United States customers experienced more than seven hours of electric power interruptions in 2021.
A backup generator delivers power instantly during a blackout, maintaining safety and comfort during emergencies. It also protects the home from voltage surges and fluctuations when power is back. This equipment is especially useful during winter storms, as you want to keep your home warm enough to prevent property damage like frozen pipes and ensure your family is safe.
If you anticipate harsh weather, consider investing in a backup generator to keep your power on in the event your local grid goes down.
Extreme weather conditions remain a common reason behind property damage in the U.S., with damages reaching $121.4 billion between 2017 and 2021. You should ensure your insurance policy covers the losses you may incur after a natural disaster.
Damages caused by earthquakes, flooding, and hurricanes are commonly not covered, so you may need to invest in additional insurance, especially if you live in an area prone to natural disasters. Create a list of your belongings as documentation for the insurance company and keep it somewhere safe and dry.
An extensive roof inspection before an anticipated severe weather event can protect your home, especially thunderstorms, when wind gusts of 75 miles per hour can easily remove roofing tiles.
If you have a roof that is five or more years old, look for loose nails and shingles and replace them. A visual inspection from the ground can be beneficial for spotting small issues, but you may want to have a professional come out to do a more thorough inspection. This way, you can learn of any notable concerns and manage them as necessary.
Pay extra attention to your home’s doors and windows to maximize protection against brutal storms. Here are some things you can do:
Whether you are anticipating a severe rainstorm or a possible hurricane, you can combat the effects of natural disasters on your home in many ways. Start with these preventive measures to protect your home and your family, and you will be ready for all types of weather.
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