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A Step-by-Step for Storm Prep

The threat of severe weather is eminent and can approach your area quickly. It doesn’t matter if your home is on the coast or located in the plains of our great peach state, everyone can be affected by severe weather. The best way to handle this threat is to prepare in advance. 

DisasterSafety.org lists a few things you can do to get ready.

  1. Create a Home Inventory of your valuables and review your insurance policy

    Make a detailed list of your valuables, a video, or even a picture slideshow. This will make filing a potential future claim easier. 

  2. Check your roof

    Call out a professional to check if you need repairs or even a new roof. Ask your roofer to follow the resilient fortified roof standards to ensure it will withstand high winds and heavy rain. According to FortifiedHome.com, a fortified roof goes beyond building codes to reduce the risk of personal property loss. 

  3. Seal the gaps and cracks  Use a tube of silicone caulk to seal leaks on exterior walls of your home. Check around Use a tube of silicone caulk to seal leaks on exterior walls of your home. Check around electrical boxes, vents and pipes too. 

 It’s never too early to prepare for a severe weather threat. Start today!