With summer just around the corner, most people’s minds are focused on booking time off work, planning a family vacation, and generally having fun in the sun. The warmer months of the year can be a magical time, but they’re far from perfect. In fact, some years, they see the worst weather you can imagine. Heavy rains, strong winds, and worse can all wreak havoc on your house. With that in mind, here are six ways to prepare your home for a summer storm. Before we get into it, remember that preparations and renovations are always easier with a handy edge sander.
Clear Out The Gutters
When the rain starts pouring down, you need your guttering to guide the water away from your home. If they are full of leaves, dirt, and other debris, however, they’re not going to do this. Instead, the water will pool on your roof and around the house, which will often cause damage. To prevent this, you should take the time to clear out your gutters every now and then.
Get the Roof Inspected
A roof in good condition shields the interior of your home from the storm outside. One that is leaking, unfortunately, won’t do this, resulting in water seeping into your property. The trouble is, most people don’t spot a leak until the damage to their house is already done. By having your roof inspected annually, you can catch any issues and fix them before they get too serious.
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Replace Those Old Windows
The right windows can make a big difference when a storm hits. While older windows are likely to shatter when hit by flying debris, risking the structure of your property, hurricane windows are much stronger. This helps to prevent any damage or injuries that might have been caused by the storm. For this reason, you should consider replacing your old windows with better ones.
Trim Down the Trees
Some of the worst storm damage has been caused by falling trees. Although a healthy and sturdy tree is unlikely to topple over, even in high winds, one with dead limbs definitely could. Having a tree like this on your property puts your home, as well as any close by, at serious risk. Therefore, if you have large trees in your yard, you should have them inspected and maintained.
Pack Up Outdoor Furniture
The patio table and chairs in your garden may provide the perfect place to sit on a sunny afternoon, but, during a storm, they can turn into missiles. When picked up by a strong gust of wind, the furniture in your yard can cause some serious destruction. Because of this, you must make sure that you pack up any outdoor furniture when the weather predicts a storm.
Stock Up the Cupboards
As important as it is to protect your home from severe weather, you must also ensure that your family is prepared. When the winds are strong, and the rain is pouring, you may not be able to leave your house. For this reason, you have to check that you have plenty of food in your cupboards. You should also prepare a disaster kit filled with anything else you might need.
Summer storms can be some of the most destructive. To protect your family and home, follow the advice above.
