3 Types of Storm Damage To Prepare For
Storms are a fact of life when you live near water in Florida, and for five long months, you and your family must be prepared for sudden torrents to appear. You can protect your home against tropical depressions, hurricanes, and cyclones when you know what the threat is likely to be. But more importantly, from flooding to torrential winds, the damage left behind can do more destruction than the storm itself. Here are three types of residual damage to look for.
- Shattered Panes
Sometimes the storm shutters you use to protect your home’s windows can fail against the onslaught of driving winds and rain. If you find broken window panes after the storm, contact a window replacement West Palm Beach company and have them install hurricane-resistant panes. The new glass will protect your home against winds up to 100 miles per hour.
- Colony Mold
After a storm, standing water is an open invitation to the over 100,000 types of mold floating on the air currents every day. Within 24 hours after water puddles, a colony of mold can begin to grow. Depending on the type of mold and the spores’ voracity, the fungi can begin spreading across your home in as little as 72 hours. Call in a mold specialty team if you see colonies invading your house.
- Broken Roof
Blowing debris combined with severe storm winds can damage your roof. The result is often broken tiles, missing shingles, and damaged vent leads. If you notice missing or broken roofing sections, it is crucial to get a tarp up to keep water out of your home. Don’t try to replace the materials on your own on a wet and slippery roof. Call in a roofing company that understands storm damage.
Your home may be battered after a storm, but it is still your castle. Protect your house and minimize possible damage after the storm with the three tips listed above.
