24/7 Emergency ServiceReasons to Take Storm Damage Prevention Seriously | SERVPRO® of The Lower Shore
3/31/2020 (Permalink)
This is a roof has a shingle that needs to be repaired before a storm hits to prevent from interior home damages.
Though there is no way to determine the type of damage that any given storm will do, taking storm damage prevention seriously is one of the smartest things for homeowners to consider when thinking of ways to keep their home resilient.
Severe weather can cause serious amounts of damage, but with the simplicity of weatherproofing, there is no reason to leave your household at risk. If you are still unsure about how important preparing for storm damage is, read on to discover why it is an important thing for all homeowners to consider.
Storm Damage Is a Common Cause of Insurance Claims
While we all hope that storm damage will not have an impact on our home, homeowners find themselves faced with storm damage quite frequently. In fact, storm damage accounts for around half of the insurance claims filed by homeowners.
While some storm damage can be claimed on insurance and therefore not be costly, it is still a difficult process that can be mitigated with advanced preparation.
Weatherproofing Your House Is a Fairly Simple Project
Implementing weatherproofing around the house is something that most homeowners can do over a weekend to keep their homes more protected during storms.
Simple tasks like checking your roof for missing shingles, cleaning out your gutters regularly to prevent standing water and installing weatherstripping around all the doors and windows of your home are things that do not take very much time but can significantly increase your home’s resilience to storms.
Severe Weather Can Be Unpredictable
There is no way to determine how much damage a storm can cause, so it is better to be prepared for all scenarios instead of waiting until you think a large storm is on the way to implement weatherproofing efforts.
A regular rain shower can turn into a severe thunderstorm in an instant if conditions are right, leading to high winds, hail and heavy rains that can damage a home instantaneously in certain scenarios.
If your home has been damaged by a storm, you can count on us for restoration. You can get in touch with us at any hour to have your restoration process started.