Category: Wind Damage

 This is the season of severe thunderstorms moving into our area. Some of them are the effects of hurricanes in other parts of the country.  These storms usually include strong winds that can damage or destroy your home.  Debris propelled through the air can break windows and doors, allowing high winds inside the home.  In extreme wind storms, the force of the wind alone can cause weak places in your home to fail.  There are four areas in your home that should be checked for weaknesses: windows, doors, the roof, and the garage door.  It is important to be prepared before an extreme storm threatens both through pre-maintenance of your home and assuring that your home insurance policy is current to include coverage for not only wind damage but also flood or water damage because when the severe wind storms arrive, heavy rains are almost always present also.

Fall is considered hurricane season and that can bring high winds into our region of the country. Hurricane Katrina devastated our area two years ago with sustained winds of 70mph. High winds can generate many different types of damages to your home.

Tornado season is upon us and it’s time to take preventative steps and practice safety. Having an emergency plan for the family is definitely a good idea to protect them. You should have a “safe area” in your home stocked with emergency supplies. Be sure children know where to go when they hear those loud sirens; and make sure they know how to protect themselves if need be. Did you know that there are steps you can take to prevent damage to your home prior to a tornado?

Looking out the window, you can tell that spring is officially here. Spring is a very pleasant time of year, but it also has some downfalls, storms. Let’s review some tips to keep your family safe in case of inclement weather. Make yourself and your family an emergency kit incase a disaster strikes. Getting a battery operated or crank radio would be a good idea. Those can be found in stores that carry camping supplies. Flashlights, extra batteries, battery operated lantern, blankets, and pillows would be good to have handy. Try to avoid the use of candles if possible.