The worst thing about storms is the havoc they can cause to the infrastructure of towns and cities.
In some areas, buildings can be almost completely leveled, with occupants forced to relocate. While this is an extreme situation, your home experiencing moderate damage is a real possibility.
If you’ve recently moved to a storm risk area, there’s likely a lot of local strategy to keep you protected, and the authorities will be adept and equipped to deal with preparations and the aftermath. However, just because there will be plenty of help doesn’t mean you don’t need to prepare yourself. Before anything happens, it’s important to understand the main types of damage your home can sustain after a storm and how to fix things, so that you’re well-equipped to implement a swift resolution.
In this short article, you’ll learn about the main areas everyone needs to consider when it comes to storm-related home damage.
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Damage to the Roof
Naturally, it’s your roof that bears most of the brunt when a storm strikes, and it’s responsible for protecting the rest of your home from irreparable damage.
A well-designed roof should be able to withstand the turbulent winds and gallons of water present in the worst storms, but it’s common for at least some damage to occur. Tiles can be blown off, and the carefully constructed layers can crack, which then allows water to seep in and cause dampness.
After the storm is over, it’s important to inspect your roof from the ground to see if you can spot any visible signs of damage, and then head to the attic to check if anything’s leaking. From there, contact a qualified roofing contractor to check things out from up top and give you a quote if any damage needs to be repaired.
Water Seepage
Unfortunately, water seepage isn’t only contained to the roof following a storm. The reality is that water can run anywhere.
The foundations of the home are a common area. It’s important for the perimeter where the brickwork meets the ground to be sealed (or gravel laid down to provide drainage to the area), and your gutter must be free of debris to cope with the extra demands. Your gutter will also need to be inspected from above for any signs of damage (again, a contractor can give everything the once-over for a small fee), and every few months, it’s important to have it cleaned to ensure everything’s working as it should.
Finally, be sure to seal any cracks in the exterior rendering or brickwork, as even small cracks can cause a big problem later on down the line.
Wrapping Up
Providing you address the above two issues by making provisions before and promptly addressing damage after a storm, you should be well-equipped to handle anything the weather has to throw at you.
One final note: make use of fences. A strong, tall fence can help a great deal with preventing debris from flying into your property. Good luck!
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