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Have Your Roof Professionally Inspected
Making sure your roof is inspected at least once a year is very important. You’ll want to make sure that your roof is in good shape. Any issues that your roof has are going to worsen during a hurricane, thereby only making your home more vulnerable to the elements. The following are a few of the issues that a roof inspector will look for:- Broken or damaged shingles – Shingles that are broken or damaged are more likely to become completely detached during a hurricane. They also leave the underlayment exposed to both wind and rain, increasing the chances that your roof is damaged even more or that your roof will begin leaking.
- Dents – Dents in the roof can lead to water pooling. When water pools, it will weaken the roof and potentially lead to leaks, which will damage the structure of your home as well as potentially damage the possessions within your home.
- Detached metal connections – Any bolt connections that are detached or loosened need to be tightened to protect against the force of hurricane winds.
Have Your Gutters Cleared
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Add Wind Resistant Straps
Have a professional roofer install wind resistant fasteners and metal straps to your roof to prevent hurricane winds from lifting the roof off the home.Trim Nearby Tree Branches
You need to make sure that there are no tree branches nearby your roof. You don’t want these branches to break off during a hurricane and fall onto your roof as this can cause major damage. You may want to consider removing any trees that are too close to your home as well.Replace the Roof if Needed
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Hurricane season is almost upon us, which means you should begin preparing your home in order to ensure the safety of both your home and your family. These are five tips that you should keep in mind when preparing your home’s roof for any potential hurricanes.
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