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Tips to Prepare For Hurricane Season

Amy Fields

Hurricane season can bring about severe weather conditions that can cause significant damages to your home and property. In our service area of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, we have helped homeowners lift their homes or move their homes out of areas prone to flooding. House moving may not be something you need to consider, but regardless of where your house is located in coastal New England, it is essential to prepare ahead of time to ensure that you and your loved ones are safe during this period. Here are some helpful tips to prepare for hurricane season:

  1. Stay informed: Keep up-to-date with the latest weather forecast in your area. You can sign up for alerts from your local emergency management office, news outlets, or the National Weather Service.

  2. Prepare an emergency kit: Assemble an emergency kit that contains essential items such as water, non-perishable food, first aid kit, flashlight, batteries, and a portable radio.

  3. Protect your home: If you live in an area prone to hurricanes, consider investing in storm shutters or impact-resistant windows. You can also reinforce your garage door and install hurricane straps to secure your roof.

  4. Create a family emergency plan: Discuss with your family what you will do in case of a hurricane. Determine a safe meeting place, have an evacuation plan, and assign tasks to each member of the family.

  5. Review insurance policies: Review your homeowner's or renter's insurance policy to ensure that it covers damages caused by hurricanes. If necessary, consider purchasing additional coverage.

By following these tips and others that your local authority provides, you can prepare adequately for hurricane season and reduce the risk of damages or injuries to you and your family. Remember, it's always better to be over-prepared than under-prepared when it comes to severe weather conditions.

Call Eastman Building Movers 401-885-4216 or email info@eastmanbuildingmovers.com for more information on the process of moving, jacking, shoring, or lifting your building.