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Securing Your Property From Severe Weather | SERVPRO of Hayward
9/19/2023 (Permalink)
Have you been impacted by the unusual summer storm season? SERVPRO of Hayward has your back when you experience flood and water damage.
We are no strangers to thunderstorms in the summertime. The humid temperatures and high heat can bring storms with wind, rain, hail, floods and even the occasional tornado. We all know that even though it is warm and sunny in the morning, it is certainly not a guarantee to stay that way in the afternoon and evening.
In order to stay protected from potential damage to your home and property, you need to be prepared ahead of a storm and able to act quickly as soon as the storm warning is issued.
Preparing the outside of your home is a great place to start, as it will serve as the first line of defense between you and the severe weather system.
If you are a homeowner, you know how much work it can be to maintain your property on a seasonal basis. But did you know that some of this work is also part of a proper storm preparation strategy?
Routine yard work like trimming trees, removing dead branches and limbs, and cleaning your gutters not only makes your property look nicer and cleaner, but it also reduces the risk of suffering damage when the wind picks up. Yard debris can easily turn into a projectile in the right conditions, and when it rains, any water that can’t flow down your gutters will end up backing up onto your roof or raining down onto your foundation.
Another way to reduce your risk for water damage is to check your windows and doors for leaks often. Rotting wood or deteriorating caulk lines should be addressed right away and you should also check your roof for missing or broken shingles. Don’t leave these repairs to another day, because you never know when the next storm will pop up.
The good news is that most reliable storm preparation methods don’t require any additional money to accomplish, but there are some upgrades you can invest in to help make your home even more secure.
Many of us live in wooded areas or neighborhoods, which increases the risk of falling trees or flying debris. Consider installing storm shutters on your windows to help support them during a severe storm, and it can protect your house from water damage if the window does break.
Gutter guards can also be a good investment. With all of the leaves and pine needles, it can be easy for your gutters to get clogged. This is an easy way to ensure nothing can stop up your gutter system.
Once your home is prepared for the storms, stay tuned in to the authorities and be sure you have at least two ways of receiving weather alerts. At the first mention of a watch, head outside to secure your patio furniture and anything loose on your property and then head inside to wait out the storm.
If your property is damaged, remember that SERVPRO of Hayward is highly trained in storm repair and restoration and we will get your home back to preloss condition fast.
Was your home damaged in a storm? Call us at SERVPRO of Hayward to start restoration, 24⁄7.