July 21, 2022

Windstorm – What to do & How to Prepare?

Every year, we all face windstorms in our region. Staying safe during severe weather is of utmost importance, prioritizing the well-being of both yourself and your loved ones. Nevertheless, it's evident that severe windstorms can also take a toll on your home. If you have the opportunity to do so safely, there are several measures you can take to enhance your property's protection. |By doing so, you can potentially prevent the need for emergency roof repairs and avoid additional expenses.

Windstorm – What to do & How to Prepare?

Preparing for a storm

To have time to prepare for a storm means staying informed. Radio, TV and State websites will provide plenty of warning about local windstorms. So always check for issues heading towards your area.

With that kind of warning, you can make preparations beforehand, and that begins with the outside of your home. If possible, take your vehicles, garbage cans and anything else that you keep outside such as your barbeque and patio furniture, and secure everything in your garage or other sheltered area.

Don’t be tempted to think that patio chair only cost a few dollars so it doesn’t matter. It is not the chair you should worry about, but what it hits at 100mph that can cause costly damage. A flying object is the quickest way to end up needing storm damage roof repairs after the storm is over. Use tie downs or sandbags to secure anything outside that is too big or heavy to move during the storm. You may think they won’t move, but its better to be extra cautious.

Don’t be tempted to think that patio chair only cost a few dollars so it doesn’t matter. It is not the chair you should worry about, but what it hits at 100mph that can cause costly damage. A flying object is the quickest way to end up needing storm damage roof repairs after the storm is over. Use tie downs or sandbags to secure anything outside that is too big or heavy to move during the storm. You may think they won’t move, but its better to be extra cautious.

Be proactive

This way, in the face of the next windstorm, you can have confidence in your roof's resilience. Our skilled team is here to assist with storm preparations – not only with emergency roof repairs in the worst-case scenario but also by conducting maintenance checks to prevent issues from arising in the first place.