Improving Your Home with the New Year

Winter Window Installation - Happy New Year

With the new year comes new hope and goals for a better year going forward. Many of us use this time to reflect on the things that we may have overlooked during the last few months of the year such as our health, opting for New Year goals of weight loss and increased activity. You may also be reflecting on your home’s state and wondering how you could improve your home during this time of renewal.

If your New Year resolution included home renovations and repairs, we suggest starting by looking at your home’s windows and doors– two areas often overlooked until there’s a large problem. Your home’s windows and doors play a major role in the security and comfort of your home and family, therefore they should not be overlooked.

Why Focus on Windows & Doors?

Heating and cooling account for more than half of your home’s energy consumption. That means that the majority of your monthly energy bills are a result of how you heat and cool your home. Old, damaged or inadequate windows and doors on your home leave you exposed and vulnerable to the outside elements, home intruders and unwanted pests.

If your windows are in poor condition, you’re throwing money out the window.

When windows get old or damaged, they allow warm air from your heater to escape while allowing cold air from the outside to enter. Because windows account for a sizable portion of your home’s exterior, a large amount of warm air may be lost. This, in addition to making your home cold and uncomfortable, causes your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) unit to work more than it should.

Winter Window Installations

Although window replacement may not be the first thing that occurs to you when thinking of winter home improvement projects, now is the ideal time to repair the energy loss caused by your old and damaged windows. Winter is an excellent season to install new windows, despite the fact that many homeowners think doing so is more of a warm-weather project. Drafty windows and doors can actually become more obvious during the wintertime. The right time of year to replace them is now.

Window Installation in The Off-Season

Winter window and door installation allows you to make the most of a window installation company’s more sluggish season, which may allow you to receive new windows at a lower cost. Winter is an excellent season to take advantage of the special discounts and promotions that some window manufacturers allow installation businesses to provide to their clients.

Because spring and summer are peak seasons for window installation, there are fewer advantages and incentives during those times.

Window Installation Schedule Flexibility

During the winter, while demand is down, window companies also have more scheduling flexibility. This often means that your new windows can be installed much sooner than during the busier installation times. The combination of available installation appointments and smaller workload make the winter time an ideal time to have your new windows and doors installed on your home.

Immediate Energy Benefits of New Windows

In the majority of homes, old windows are the main cause of air leakage. So, one of the biggest advantages of installing new windows is that it will suddenly be much easier to keep the proper temperature inside your home, in addition to enhancing your property’s curb appeal. This translates into increased comfort and a substantial improvement in energy efficiency.

If your windows are leaking air and increasing your utility costs, there’s no reason to put off window replacement until the spring. Your energy efficiency and comfort will immediately and noticeably improve with winter window replacement. You’re likely to see a sizable improvement on your very next electricity statement.

New window and door installations help to increase the insulation of your home. In the winter, this can help to reduce heat loss, easing the process for central heating to keep up with demand. In the summer this can help to reduce cooling loss, making it easier to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home, using less energy to do so.

Winter Window Installations Can Create a Better Seal

Summertime in our region of the country means hot, moist, muggy weather. Because of the high humidity, it can be difficult to get a good seal and have the caulk cure quickly enough while replacing windows in the height of the summer season. Additionally, the caulk could even crack if the temperature is 80 degrees or above during installation, in some cases.

Instead, you can have your windows and doors installed while experiencing more comfortable temperatures, which our region experiences in the winter (above freezing but below 80). We have the experience and tools needed to professionally install your new windows, in any season, all year long!

New Windows Increase A Home’s Value

The value of a house can also be increased by replacing outdated, inefficient windows and doors with new, modern ones. This is due to the fact that purchasers are frequently ready to pay extra for homes with efficient features like updated windows and doors and well-maintained structures. New windows and doors also increase a home’s curb appeal which plays a large role in what a potential buyer is willing to pay for a home.

The majority of home improvement projects take some time for the homeowners to see a return on their investment costs. When installing energy-efficient windows, the median return on investment is around 72%. With this in mind, property owners can individually assess whether spending money to replace windows before reselling their home is the wisest investment and if it will provide a high enough return on their initial investment.

Each homeowner must weigh the cost versus their return on investment depending on the kind of window they choose, how many windows need to be replaced, and the installation fees involved in installing their new windows and/or doors. You might decide it’s best and easiest to replace all of your windows and doors at once, because of the return on investment and the coordination of the installations.

Replacing windows in the winter has advantages!

Winter is the perfect season for homeowners to make certain home improvements– like installing new windows and doors– due to decreased expenses, increased comfort, decreased demand and a higher house value. Get peace of mind with East Coast Windows! Call us today at (954) 946-3697 to receive more information about our replacement doors, energy efficient impact windows, and professional installation services-or you can get a free quote by filling out our online form.

Hurricane Ian: Recovery and Preparedness

As cleanup and recovery efforts continue, we reflect upon this year’s Hurricane Ian– a destructive storm that had little mercy for those in its path. Homes and individual properties sustain significant damage from storms like this one, and even minor hurricanes or tropical storms, when they strike populous regions. Hurricanes and tropical storms can cause a wide range of different types of damage, including wind, rain, flooding, wind-borne debris and hail, just to mention a few.

The ninth tropical storm of the 2022 season, Hurricane Ian, developed late on Friday, September 23, over the central Caribbean Sea. On September 28, 2022, shortly after 3 p.m. ET, Hurricane Ian’s center blasted onshore at 150 mph at Cayo Costa, a barrier island west of Fort Myers. Two days later, at 2:05 p.m., the hurricane made its last landfall as a Category 1 storm close to Georgetown, South Carolina.

Hurricane Ian Facts:

  • After Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Hurricane Ian is the second deadliest storm to hit the U.S. mainland this century.
  • There have been at least 101 verified fatalities from Hurricane Ian, with 92 of them occurring in Florida, five in North Carolina, one in Virginia, and three in Cuba.
  • On September 27, 2022, Hurricane Ian made its first landfall in Cuba as a Category 3 storm, rendering the whole island powerless.
  • On September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall west of Fort Myers, Florida, after strengthening to a Category 4 storm.
  • The United States has only had four Category 5 storms with maximum sustained winds of more than 155 mph.

In the southeast of the United States, particularly in the states of Florida and South Carolina, Hurricane Ian inflicted extensive damage. It was the fourth hurricane, and second major hurricane, of the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season. The exact extent of the damage caused by hurricane Ian is currently unknown. The deadliest hurricane to hit Florida since the 1935 Labor Day hurricane, Hurricane Ian was a massive and catastrophic Category 4 Atlantic hurricane.

Dr. Joel N. Myers, the founder and CEO of AccuWeather, estimates that Hurricane Ian will have cost the United States somewhere between $180 billion and $210 billion in total damages by the time recovery efforts are complete. Enki Research, a data company, predicted that the hurricane might cause up to $75 billion in economic damage. According to the company, Hurricane Ian will rank among the ten most expensive storms in American history. The most recent and fifteenth weather event this year to be added to NOAA’s billion-dollar disaster list is Hurricane Ian.

Officials believe that some of the worst damage looks to have been caused by the pounding wind-driven ocean surge that poured into beach side villages and washed buildings away on Florida’s Gulf Coast as the full scale of Hurricane Ian’s destruction comes into view. When the storm hit Florida’s Lee County as a Category 4 hurricane, Lee County took the majority of the damage. Flooding was more destructive than strong winds.

Hurricane Ian left widespread floods and power outages in its path, causing destruction. After the important Sanibel Causeway was demolished, the barrier islands of Captiva and Sanibel were cut off from the mainland. By the end of the month, it is anticipated that the temporary repairs will be finished. Other bridges, roads, medical facilities, educational institutions, and water infrastructure were also heavily damaged.

While the west coast of the state, where Hurricane Ian made landfall, has received most of the attention, other sections of the state also suffered from heavy rain, flooding, and wind damage. Central Florida’s floodwaters caused stranded vehicles and home rescues.

FEMA continues to offer rental and repair assistance, hotel stays, reimbursement for temporary housing, and other forms of support to help Floridians accelerate their recoveries. To date, the agency has given approximately $500 million in aid to Hurricane Ian survivors across 26 counties.

Getting Prepared for The Next Storm 

Long before a hurricane like Hurricane Ian has developed, it is time to start preparing. If you wait until the storm forms, you run the chance of the storm harming your family and destroying your property– all of which may be avoided by installing high-quality impact windows and doors onto your home or business.

Because it’s difficult to protect your home and possessions at the last minute, we advise for you to plan ahead when it comes to storms. Having a storm kit ready, with at least three days worth of food and water per family member is an easy way to start preparing for the next storm far in advance. You’ll want to be sure that your kit includes first aid supplies and any medication needed by members of your family. You’ll also want to include gloves, boots/strong shoes and trash bags for any post-storm clean up that you may need to do in wake of the storm.

Living in Florida, hurricanes are simply a fact of life, so planning for the next storm long before the hurricane season will help to make sure that your home or business is well protected prior to the storm. After a storm, many homeowners and business owners frequently discover how important impact windows and doors are for safeguarding their homes and loved ones. Unfortunately, for those in a hurry, installing high-quality storm windows and doors in your house or place of business requires some time and planning. Our goal is to get your home and business protected well in advance of any dangers that can occur.

We would love the opportunity to speak with you about installing hurricane impact windows and doors on your home or business. We can give you an idea of the time frame for the installation of your doors and windows, so that you have a clear idea of the process and time involved in protecting your home. East Coast Windows & Doors wants to help keep you and your home safe. Give us a call at (954) 946-3697 or click here to request a free quote and we will follow up with you shortly.

Hurricane Terms and Meanings – What You Should Know

Hurricane Terms Meanings

It’s that time of year again-hurricane season-and there’s really no better time to make sure that you understand the terminology, used by meteorologists, so that you can fully understand the situations and potential risks as they occur. Some of these terms you’ve heard before, others you may not be as familiar with, but all of these hurricane-related terms are important to know.

Hurricane season: The part of the year in which there is a relatively high incidence of hurricanes. The hurricane season in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico runs from June 1 to November 30. In the Eastern Pacific basin it runs from May 15 to November 30. Hurricane season in the Central Pacific basin runs from June 1 to November 30. Remember that this is just the hurricane season, and that hurricanes can and do occur outside of these windows.

Air pressure: Air pressure is the force exerted by air, whether compressed or unconfined, on any surface in contact with it. When more air is present over an area, a column of atmosphere has more weight, which results in high pressure. When air is removed from the column, low air pressure is the result. Hurricanes are such a powerful source of suction mainly because of their low pressure center. Typically, the rule is, the lower the pressure, the more intense the hurricane.

Cyclone: This is a blanket term for any area of low pressure that has a closed circulation. Hurricanes, tropical storms, Typhoons and tropical depressions are all cyclones because they are closed areas of low pressure.

Hurricane Watch: Sustained winds of 74 mph or higher are possible and may occur within the specified area in association with a tropical cyclone. Because hurricane preparedness activities can become difficult once winds reach tropical storm force, the hurricane watch is typically issued 48 hours before the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.

Hurricane Warning: Sustained winds of 74 mph or higher are expected to occur somewhere within a specified area in association with a tropical cyclone. The warning is typically issued 36 hours before the anticipated onset of tropical-storm-force winds.

Storm surge: This is an abnormal rise in sea levels, accompanying a hurricane or other intense storm, creating possible life-threatening situations.

Eye: Clear, sometimes well-defined center of the storm with much calmer conditions than the outer layers of the storm. The eye is either completely or partially surrounded by the eyewall cloud.

Eye Wall: The area surrounding the eye, containing some of the most severe weather of all of the storm, with the highest wind speed and largest precipitation.

Rain Bands: Bands of precipitation coming off the hurricane that produce severe weather conditions such as heavy rain, wind and tornadoes.

Indirect hit: This term generally refers to areas that do not receive a direct hit from a hurricane but do experience hurricane-force winds or tides of at least 4 feet above normal.

Tropical depression: An organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined surface circulation where the maximum sustained surface wind speed is 38 mph.

Tropical disturbance: A generic term used for discrete weather systems that originate in the tropics or subtropics and maintain their form for at least 24 hours or more.

Category: You will often hear meteorologists referring to a category when discussing a hurricane. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale. It is a 1 to 5 category rating system based on the hurricane’s maximum sustained wind speed. This scale estimates potential property damage in five specific categories:

Category 1: 74- 95 mph.
Damage potential: minimal

Category 2: 96-110 mph.
Damage potential: extensive

Category 3: 111-129 mph.
Damage potential: devastating

Category 4: 130-156 mph.
Damage potential: catastrophic

Category 5: greater than 157 mph.
Damage potential: catastrophic

During the hurricane season, especially, it is important to pay attention to the weather reports and keep yourself informed of any possible storm activity. Also, be sure to pay attention to any evacuation orders and curfews put in place for your protection. Protect your home and belongings from the storm by installing impact windows and doors through out.

Installing impact windows and doors that are hurricane-safe and with a high DP rating, protects your home, belongings and loved ones from the flying debris and heavy winds of the storm. Have peace of mind, with East Coast Windows! Call us today at (954) 946-3697 to get more information about our doors, windows, and services, or get a free quote by filling out our online form!

9 Interesting Hurricane Facts

Hurricane Facts

We are all familiar with the yearly storms, the high-speed winds and the terrifying news stories. Every year we prepare for hurricane season by tying down furniture, making sure our impact windows and doors are installed properly, and ensuring the safety of loved ones. When living in a place such as Florida, hurricanes are unfortunately the “bad” that comes with the “good” otherwise beautiful weather for most of the year. Here are 7 interesting hurricane facts that you may not have known about one of Earth’s most destructive natural disasters.

1. The world’s deadliest hurricane to date is the 1970 Bhola Cyclone, killing as many as 500,000 people in East Pakistan (present day Bangladesh). The winds of this storm reached 115 mph, and the giant storm surge reached 6 meters high, causing major destruction. Some areas lost nearly half their population to this disaster, and most of the region’s fishing industry was wiped out. The people were highly unsatisfied with the central government’s handling of relief efforts, resulting in political turmoil and a strengthened resistance movement. Tension greatly increased in the following year, which led to a civil war and genocide. The conflict turned into the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 and concluded with the founding of Bangladesh– one of the first times that a natural event helped to trigger a civil war.

2. The deadliest hurricane in the U.S. occurred in Galveston, TX on September 8th, 1900. Known as the “Great Galveston Hurricane,” this category 4 storm claimed about 8,000 lives and had winds up to 145 mph. About 3,600 homes were destroyed, and the amount of monetary damage was the equivalent of over $600 million in modern times. At the time of this hurricane, technology and weather reports were not as accurate or advanced as they are now, so residents were mostly aware that a storm was coming, but they had no idea of the size or intensity.

3. The highest wind speeds recorded in a hurricane was from Cyclone Olivia, hitting Australia with significant power in 1996. On the morning of April 10th, Olivia produced the strongest non-tornadic winds ever recorded, with peak gusts reaching 254 mph.

4. Hurricane, cyclone, or typhoon? Many people believe that these terms mean different types of storms, but in reality they are all referring to the same thing, just in different locations on the globe. Hurricanes are tropical storms that form over the North Atlantic Ocean and Northeast Pacific, cyclones are formed over the South Pacific and Indian Ocean, and typhoons are formed over the Northwest Pacific Ocean.

5. Why are hurricanes named as they are? During World War II, U.S. Air Force and Navy meteorologists needed a better way to denote hurricanes, and many began paying tribute to their wives and girlfriends back home by naming tropical cyclones after them. Other methods were used, but due to the sheer number of storms, there was a need for a more unique naming system. By 1953 the National Weather Bureau (later called the National Weather Service) embraced forecasters’ informal practice of giving hurricanes women’s names, and many other countries adopted the new nomenclature. Through the years, many feminists took issue with the female-only names for these destructive storms, and by 1979 the names began to alternate between male and female. Names of devastating storms with major loss of life and economic impact, such as Katrina in 2005 and Andrew in 1992, are permanently retired.

6. Hurricane season dates are different for each U.S. coast. The Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1st while the Pacific hurricane season starts on May 15th. However, both hurricane seasons end November 30th.

7. When a hurricane makes landfall, tornadoes can often form within the hurricane. The reason for this is that the friction over land is much greater than the friction the storm has over water. When a hurricane hits land, the winds near the ground slow down, while the upper-level winds keep their momentum. This change in the wind speed — and sometimes direction — with height is called a “wind shear.” This can lead to a column of rotating air that can generate a weak tornado. These tornadoes usually occur up to 12 hours after landfall.

8. The costliest U.S. hurricane was Hurricane Katrina, which hit Louisiana in 2005. Katrina’s estimated damages totaled up to $108-160 billion. This storm was a category 5 hurricane when moving across the Gulf of Mexico, but dropped to a category 3 by the time it hit Louisiana. While not the strongest storm on record, the main reason for the damage and destruction was the failure of levees in the New Orleans area. These levees were water barriers that were set up to prevent flooding. When they failed, large portions of the city began to flood. Since parts of New Orleans are below sea level to begin with, the flooding created a huge and damaging effect, enhanced by the winds and other elements of this horrible hurricane.

9. One of the leading feminists who persuaded forecasters to name hurricanes after men as well as women was named Roxcy Bolton from Florida. She greatly disliked the association of violent and destructive storms only to women, and over time her voice was heard. Starting with Hurricane Bob in 1979, hurricanes began to be named after men as well. Bolton suggested jokingly they be named after senators instead. She also suggested that the name “hurricane” be changed to “him-i-cane,” though that never took off. Roxcy Bolton also founded the nation’s first Rape Treatment Center, persuaded National Airlines to grant maternity leave to pregnant flight attendants rather than firing them, pressured Miami department stores to eliminate the men-only dining sections in their restaurants, lead the first “March Against Rape” in 1971, and was instrumental in bringing many rape cases to the attention of the public, despite police concerns. She was inducted into the Florida Women’s Hall of Fame in 1984, and died at the age of 90 on the morning of May 17th, 2017.

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What to Expect from Hurricane Season 2022? 

 What to Expect from Hurricane Season 2022 

As all Floridians should be well aware, hurricane season is on the horizon! Hurricane season starts on June 1st, and the forecast suggests that this year’s weather will rank above average in intensity and projected hurricane numbers.

According to the latest forecast from CSU forecasters, we should expect about 19 major storms this year, among which nine of them will become hurricanes and four of them could become major hurricanes. The 2022 hurricane season will be the seventh year in a row with above-normal hurricane activity.

The names of this year’s storms are Alex, Bonnie, Colin, Danielle, Earl, Fiona, Gaston, Hermine, Ian, Julia, Karl, Lisa, Martin, Nicole, Owen, Paula, Richard, Shary, Tobias, Virgine, and Walter.

 What Does This Mean for Residents of Florida? 

It’s going to be another stormy season for Florida. If you’re new to the area and unaware of how this season goes, you’ll have to prepare for some extreme winds and rain-soaked days. Different areas are affected differently, and storms can often change course or alter their path during their journey, keeping residents on their toes. Overall, there is a 96% possibility that you will encounter at least one tropical storm this season, a 75% chance of encountering at least one hurricane, and a 44% chance of encountering at least one massive hurricane.

Besides hurricanes, the threat of flooding is also high. You have to prepare accordingly to protect yourself and your family members during and after a major storm.

How to Prepare for Hurricane Season 2022?

Don’t fear! Finding out that a hurricane is coming can be terrifying news, but if you take the proper steps to prepare yourself you can rest easy so that you, your family, and your belongings will be safe and secure.

So, what are some necessary steps you can take?

  • Install Quality Hurricane Resistant Windows: it is extremely important to protect your windows and doors; installing impact windows and doors will protect you and your loved ones from the inevitable flying debris that occurs in extreme winds and hurricane conditions. This debris can include tree branches, street signs, roofing materials, and other items left outside that essentially become flying missiles in the midst of a major storm.
  • Take Care of Your Home Exterior: If you have trees near your residence with shaky or falling branches, then now is the time to trim them. When you know a storm is coming, secure your outdoor furniture, children’s toys, potted plants, or other appliances. You can use a rope to tie them or move them inside of your house temporarily.
  • Have an Emergency Kit Ready: The strength or direction of a hurricane can sometimes change rapidly, and you might have to quickly evacuate yourself from your home. Having an emergency kit ready with important documents, jewelry, insurance papers, a first aid box, and a flashlight could come in handy.
  • Make Changes To Your Home Interior: As you are notified that a storm is approaching, it’s wise to remove valuable things that could fall from your walls such as art and paintings. Unplug your electronic appliances and turn your gas off.
  • Have an Evacuation Plan Ready: Consult with your local authority to figure out the closest hurricane shelter. Don’t forget to make arrangements for pets if you have any.
  • Download FEMA App: You can easily download the FEMA application for your mobile devices where you can gather information on weather alerts, safety tips, and resources. This app includes a configurable emergency supply checklist, maps of open shelters and rehabilitation centers, disaster survival information, and National Weather Service weather warnings.

The 2022 hurricane season is on its way, and it’s time for people on the East Coast to prepare themselves. Protect your home and loved ones by installing hurricane-resistant impact windows and doors. You can send us an email or simply call us at 954-545-0997 to learn more about our high-quality impact doors and windows.

10 Easy Steps to Protect Your Home from Hurricanes

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If you live in a region where hurricanes and tropical storms are common, you already know how crucial it is to be prepared. To protect your home from hurricanes, keeping a watchful eye on news coverage and government warnings is an essential element of disaster preparedness. However, hurricane preparedness entails much more than merely being aware.

Let’s take a quick look at some easy steps that can help you protect your home and property from hurricanes.

1. Install Surge Protection

During a hurricane, power surges can occur suddenly, causing havoc to your appliances and gadgets. To help safeguard your property or home, install a power surge protector in your electrical panel and utilize power strips with a built-in surge protector. You might need a power source to safeguard your heating and cooling system.

2. Remove Debris

While you may not be able to clear your entire neighborhood, everything that may become an airborne projectile should be removed or secured. You should clear lawn equipment, trampoline, and other heavy tools.   

Cutting low-hanging branches, unstable shrubs, and trees can help you avoid serious injury or property damage.

3. Secure your doors with a heavy-duty bolt 

Purchase a bolt kit from a hardware shop if you believe you need extra protection for your home door. They are simple to install and will greatly improve the security of the tops and bottoms of your doors. It’s critical to keep the air out of your home, and windows and doors are vulnerable points in your home’s storm defense.

4. Upgrade Your Doors and Windows 

Impact-resistant windows and doors assist to reinforce your home’s weakest point. These unique doors and windows can resist gusts of up to 200 mph, as well as the missiles hurled at your home by the strong blowing winds. D you want to know the results? Less havoc and cleaning.

If you’re looking to update your home’s doors and windows or looking to add custom doors and windows to be hurricane resistant, East Coast is a great place to start.

5. Get a Sump Pump  

Getting a Sump Pump might not sound flashy but it’s required. Water damage should be prevented at all costs. Make sure your sump pump is operating correctly and that you have backup battery power once you have installed it properly.

Another crucial step is to double-check whether or not your sump pump is debris-free. If your sump pump is blocked, it won’t be able to drain water quickly enough to avoid damage, or the engine will burn out and stop operating when you need it the most.

6. Shutter all the Windows 

This may be essential if a large hurricane with strong winds is coming. Make sure the shutters are impact-resistant and capable of withstanding flying debris at speeds of at least 100 miles per hour. If you want to preserve your windows frame undamaged, don’t mount the shutters to it when you install them. Mount to the wall surrounding the windows instead.

7. Maintain Your Roof

Install flashing around your chimney and skylights to hold loose shingles and ensure they’re properly sealed. Category one storms have winds ranging from 74 to 95 miles per hour, which can take off your roof if it’s not properly attached. Category 5 hurricane wind speed ranges from 157 miles per hour and over which can damage your entire roof.

Your entire roof will most certainly need to be replaced if you notice curling shingles, bare patches, broken shingles, missing shingles, or leaks.

8. Bring all Furniture Inside 

If you don’t want your furniture flying in the sky, we would suggest you bring them inside. Whether your furniture is big or small, it needs to come inside. If you don’t do so, the furniture might slam your window or something. Ask your neighbors to do the same thing as well.

9. Cover Your AC 

You may also want to safeguard your outdoor air conditioning unit from flying debris and projectiles, which can cause harm if they are lodged in the unit. We advise against adopting a do-it-yourself solution like a tarp or garbage bag, which might violate your guarantee and retain moisture inside.

10. Review Your Insurance Policy 

You should examine your current insurance coverage to ensure that your most precious possessions are protected in the event of damage or loss. You should also make sure your policy covers flood insurance since any house in a storm-prone location might benefit from it.

There are numerous easy modifications you can make to your house before or after a major hurricane to reduce hazards during the next hurricane. If you’re looking to update the doors and windows of your home, contact us at  954-545-0997 or contact us via our online form.