Protecting Your Home from a Storm

Protecting your home from a storm is essential, especially if you live in a danger zone. With the various storm types and all that can occur during a storm, such as hurricanes, hail, floods, and tornadoes, it is important to take certain precautions to protect your home. Extreme weather conditions are inevitable in some areas. Being prepared for a natural disaster can save you from many future headaches as a homeowner.

Protecting Your Home from a Storm

Protecting your home from a storm does not have to be difficult. Likewise, there are precautions to take.

What You Need to Know

The goal should be to remain safe during a natural disaster. Be sure to know where your main gas line is and how to shut it off. Likewise, turn it off if you smell gas during a storm. You also need to know how to shut off your water (to avoid contamination) and your electricity.

The Steps of Damage Prevention

Weather predictions are not always correct, so luckily, you can prepare for the worst to manage potential damage, such as securing Flood and Earthquake Insurance. Here are some tips to help manage damage: Indoor Prep:

• Label fuse box switches.
• Store necessary, irreplaceable documents on the highest level in a waterproof/fireproof safe.
• Have fire extinguishers near you in the kitchen and garage.
• Use power strips for electronics for effortless power turn-off.

Outdoor prep:

• Install storm shutters on windows.
• Keep tree branches well-trimmed (not hanging over the roof).
• Store outdoor objects securely.
• Keep the gutters clear to allow proper flow.
• Tend to issues that can cause flooding.

Regardless of how well you secure your home, evacuation is sometimes best. Stock up on your essential supplies and keep them in a secure, handy bag to grab at a moment's notice. Taking all the precautionary measures now can save you from so many more significant issues down the line.

About David G. Sayles Insurance Services

At David G. Sayles Insurance Services, we help our clients decide which of these options is best for them based on their current situation and risk factors. Contact us at 1-855-977-1842 or insureme@dsayles.mysites.io for a consultation!