Helpful Tips to Protect your Summer Home from Storms

The summer season can be such a wonder however there are some parts of it that we might have to take precautions when dealing with our homes. Such as those crazy summer storms, for instance, that like to come through our living areas and wreak havoc on the roofs, shutters, landscaping and the windows if the house was not prepared for it. This summer protect your home from the raging storms with tips you can do architecturally and maintenance wise.

Helpful Tips to Protect your Summer Home from Storms

Secure your Windows and Shutters

Check out your windows and shutters. Consider installing some ETI Eurotech or ES Impact Windows and storm shutters to keep the windows from breaking and having shattered glass scattered everywhere within your interiors. These hurricane proof windows and shutters will help keep your home safe during the stormy season. for more information about the hurricane proof windows and a local Home store about the shutters.

Hurricane Proof Windows

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Inspect or Replace your Roof and Other Home Items

Have your roof inspected by a licensed contractor to see that there are no shingles that are missing or need to be replaced, so there won’t be any leaks into the interiors. Contemplate on installing some impact resistant roofing in case hailing or strong high winds occur during the storm. Replace or purchase a generator in case of blackouts, get a back-up sump pump, and be sure that you have the proper insurance coverage for your home.

Clean out the Gutters

Cleaning out your gutters can seem like an overwhelming task with no rewards, but that is completely false. Since your gutters help to control and maintain the water around your home, if they happened to get damaged then the excess water can gather around your roof’s edge and the foundation of your home which can lead to roof leakage and basement flooding. So just remove the leaves and other forms of debris from the gutters, check for cracks around them and your home and waterproof your house so that no extra water can enter into it.

Clean out gutters and downspouts

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Take Care of the Landscaping

Survey the trees and tree branches around your home. See if there are any signs of rotting or damaged roots if they are then you may want to have the tree removed, keep the branches trimmed throughout the year, and maintain healthy shrubbery around the home. Also, secure and remove all loose outdoor items such as lawn ornaments or furniture, gardening tools, trashcans, etc. Torn tree branches, loose lawn equipment, and fallen trees can be very costly and dangerous to your home so make sure that the items are locked in a secure place or position.

Ensure overgrown landscaping and dead branches are removed

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The summer season can be a great time for your home, however there are some occurrences that can happen due to the weather and your home should be protected from them. Just take a look back at the tips and suggestions above, and see how they work out for your home’s protection.

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