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Storm-Proofing Your Home: Essential Tips | SERVPRO of West Forsyth County
9/19/2023 (Permalink)
Have you been impacted by the unusual summer storm season? SERVPRO of West Forsyth County has your back when you experience flood and water damage.
Around Winston-Salem, it is common to see thunderstorms, strong winds, intense rain and serious flash flooding. In fact, we may see all that in the same day during the summer months! The heat and humidity in a North Carolina summer create ideal conditions for storms, so you need to take steps to prepare your home and keep your family safe.
Wondering how to do that? It can be quite simple! Every step you take now to secure your house can ensure it’s safer for your family and less likely to experience damage during a storm.
Don’t make things overcomplicated! Many storm-proofing measures may already be integrated into your regular routines or on your monthly or quarterly home maintenance list.
Regardless of your location, strong winds and heavy rain can pose risks to your home and yard. You want to remove anything from your property that could either be turned into a projectile by wind or cause a leak or structural damage to the house itself.
That means you need to regularly trim your trees, along with removing branches and other debris from the yard. You should also make sure that your trash can, patio furniture and other outdoor objects are strapped down or otherwise secured in some way.
Check your gutters regularly, and make sure they’re clear of branches, leaves and other debris. This will help ensure water flows properly away from your house during heavy rain.
You should also check the structure of your house regularly, looking for potential water entry points, like broken or missing shingles on the roof or gaps around the windows. Fix those promptly.
While many storm preparations can be done without spending extra money, some extra upgrades can provide you with a little more peace of mind.
Storm shutters can be a good investment since they can fortify your windows against strong winds, or you may want to consider replacing your existing windows with a higher-quality window in general. If your property has lots of trees, gutter guards or something similar can be helpful in keeping the gutters clear of debris.
If there is a modular building on your property, like a shed, make sure it has strong tie-downs that keep it adhered to the ground.
In the unfortunate event of storm damage, SERVPRO® of West Forsyth County is available around the clock to efficiently restore your home.