Preparing a Storm Readiness Plan to Keep Your Household Safer | SERVPRO of Bartow County

2/7/2022 (Permalink)

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When was the last time you considered your preparedness for severe weather? While it may not be the most enjoyable thing to think about, severe weather is something that can happen at all times of the year if conditions are right—and because it can often come about suddenly, it is important to have a preparation plan in place for how you will react.

Fortunately, boosting your storm preparedness is not a difficult task, and it is one that can seriously pay off for your family’s safety. Below, we have included our favorite tips for becoming more prepared for a storm in your area. Read on to learn more about what projects you can tackle.

How to Make Your Household More Resilient for Severe Weather

Understand the Watches and Warnings in Your Area | Being able to stay informed about weather conditions is so important, as is understanding the differences between watches and warnings. Make sure you know what types of weather events are likely to impact your area, such as tornadoes and flooding, and know what actions to take when watches and warnings are issued for each.

Understand How to Protect Your Home | While nature is somewhat unpredictable, there are ways you can decrease the likelihood that your home will sustain damage due to severe weather. Taking measures to protect your home, such as trimming tree branches, cleaning out gutters, and securing patio furniture and other potential projectiles can reduce the damage that can be caused due to high winds and heavy rains around your home.

Understand Your Insurance Policy | Preventing damage is a wise first step, but sometimes even preventive measures are not enough. Your homeowners insurance policy is in place to help you recover from damage, but every policy has differing levels of coverage for different events. Make sure you review your insurance policy and have a full understanding of what is and is not covered, and also make sure that you understand how to file a claim should you incur damages due to a storm.

*If your home sustains storm damage, you can count on SERVPRO of South Atlanta to help with all your restoration needs. Contact us today to learn more about our storm damage restoration process, and get in touch 24/7 for a quick response if you experience damage.