How to Prepare for Hurricane Season

Our professionals at Legendary Roofing offer these tips to reduce damages that could be caused by a Hurricane.

Check Your Attic

Before Hurricane season comes around, it is a good idea to take a walk-through of your attic to inspect the ventilation and look for any loose or compromised areas such as your eaves, soffits, and gable vents. In addition, you can take this opportunity to look for signs of previous water intrusion, like stains, damp wood, peeling paint, moist insulation, or even mould. Any issues in your attic need to be taken care of promptly to ensure that the heavy rains that come with a hurricane don't find their way into your attic and cause additional damage.

Inspect and Clean Your Gutters

Clogged gutters can cause your gutter system to back up in the event of heavy rains, leaving the water to pool on your roof where it can then intrude into other areas of your home. Before this hurricane season hits, it is a good idea to make sure your gutters are clear of any blockages and debris that could cause them to back up during heavy rainfall.

Look For Loose Tiles and Shingles

Any loose tiles or shingles on your roof need to be secured before a storm hits. If any of these gets ripped up during the course of the storm, your home could become vulnerable to a great deal of water damage as the rains will have a sudden entry point into your home. Make sure that your tiles or shingles are secured with caulk, screws, or nails to keep your home protected from any invading water.

Be On The Lookout For Rust, Wear, and Tear

Before a storm comes through the area, you need to be on the lookout for any rust spots, loose anchoring, cracked or worn pipe boots, exposed nails, shingle granules, detached metal connection, or any other general signs that your roof is wearing out. A roof that is already compromised doesn't stand much of a chance in the event of a major storm or even moderate storm, so if you find that you need your roof replaced, it is better to have it done before the storm season hits.

Clean and Secure Your Yard

Taking the time to clean up your yard and secure any loose items before a storm means that there is less chance of random debris flying about and becoming projectiles that could put your roof at risk. You should move any of these items indoors and, if not, make sure they are secured somewhere safe.

Trim Your Trees

Before a storm arrives, it is a good idea to make sure your trees are trimmed back and any dead branches or limbs are removed. During the high winds during a hurricane, these can easily be blown off and fall on your roof, causing severe damage depending on their size.

After the Storm

When Storms are over, check your home and property for damage. If you see any signs of damage, call your insurance company right away, and make sure to take pictures.

If there’s damage to the roof, don’t forget to contact Legendary RoofingHouston. We’ll inspect your roof for free and work with your insurance company to get you the best deal on repairs or a new roof.

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