There’s no escaping it: it’s hurricane season in Florida! Making your home safe and ready to handle the elements is crucial – it’s better late than never. Whether you’re renting or own your property, proper preparations keep your property safe and your family out of harm’s way.
Secure Your Windows and Doors
Installing shutters is among the most effective ways of saving your house from destruction in hurricanes. Shutters become quite a solid barrier against strong winds and heavy flying objects, reducing the possibility of damages.
Jansen Shutters delivers superior hurricane shutters designed to safeguard your home. Their expert team stands ready to assess all your needs and provide you with the right shutter installation to ensure maximum protection.
For window reinforcement or replacement, turn to Gulfstream Glass and Indian River Glass Company. Both are local companies with hurricane-resistant windows that will give you the best products and service to protect your home.
Maintain Your Lawn and Landscape
Strong winds can turn loose branches into a hazard if not properly taken care of. Ensuring your yard is maintained helps ease the burden when the hurricane rolls into our neck of the woods.
Leafty Landscapes will supply your lawn care needs so that your yard is cleaned up and lookout is well taken care of. Their crew can trim trees, remove any dead branches, and tie down outdoor furniture—all of which may become potential projectiles in case a hurricane does brew.
Gather Supplies Needed for a Hurricane
Having enough stockpiled supplies is paramount to riding out a hurricane. Batteries, flashlights, and all other emergency needs should be on hand.
For your hardware store needs, Home Depot in New Smyrna Beach and Lowe’s in Port Orange are fantastic stores to prepare from. Whether you need batteries, tarps, generators, or just about anything you might need for a hurricane, these stores are equipped. Another tip? Always check their flyers in the front of the store or online before you buy – you may find a deal!
Hurricane Preparedness 101
I get it, I get it. You may have lived in Florida your whole life and know these like the back of your hand. I have to go over it! There’s times where I completely forgot to review my insurance policy or restock the first aid. Let’s check in and see what you should do before a hurricane strikes.
Create a Family Emergency Plan: Make sure everyone knows the evacuation routes and has a communication plan in case you become separated. An emergency plan can also include how to handle charging electronics, how to feed the kids, and where it’s safe to walk your dog. Please don’t take this lightly!
Insurance Policy: Review your insurance policy to make sure you have proper homeowner’s insurance that will cover hurricane damage. Don’t be afraid to really dive in deep a few months before hurricane season.
Ensure your Outdoor Items are Secure: Bring in outdoor furniture, bicycles, and other items that could become projectiles. Do not forget to do this – your insurance won’t forgive you if it damages the home!
Preparing for hurricane season is not a headache in New Smyrna Beach with the services of Jansen Shutters, Leafty Landscape, and local stores such as Home Depot and Lowe’s. If you need any help preparing for the hurricane, I am always willing to help you secure your home or connect you with people trained to do so. Stay safe, NSB!