If we’re faced with an approaching storm, appropriately secure your home. If you can do so safely, move outdoor items like furniture, plants, grills, and the like inside. In high winds, these items can become projectiles. While this is a step that should occur before a storm develops, any dead trees or loose branches that are close to your home should be removed for risk of falling. Clean your gutters, inspect your roof, and reinforce your garage door. If your garage door blows in, the contents of your garage and your home itself are susceptible. When it comes to your windows and doors, masking tape is not enough to keep them in place. If your property does not have storm shutters (which are a worthwhile investment), you need to cover your glass with boards that are at least 5/8 of an inch thick. Make sure your family members and pets are ready to go if things take a turn for the worse. Have bags packed with all emergency necessities like clothing, medicine, nonperishable food, and important documents. Fill your gas tank, check your tires, and monitor the weather closely.

With the record rain and flooding we experienced in Texas, make sure things are in order with your insurance ahead of time. With hurricane damage, know that if your home floods, your standard homeowners policy is not going to help you cover the cost of damages. Flood insurance can be purchased through your insurance company, but it is an independent policy covered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Purchasing this vital insurance is a must in Central Houston. After witnessing the damage left behind by Harvey, Restoration 1 of Central Houston wants everyone to get the aid they need to properly repair their homes and businesses.

After Hurricane Harvey, we’re prepared for any kind of hurricane damage your residential or commercial property encounters. But, more than anything, we want residents to take the proper steps now before it’s too late. Call our team at Restoration 1 of Central Houston for emergency storm damage recovery.