Preparing for Florida’s 2020 Hurricane Season

4/10/2020 (Permalink)

If you have any questions about storm preparation or have any storm damage that you would like to address, we are here for you.

Thinking about Florida’s 2020 hurricane season may be the last thing on your mind right now, and understandably so. Dealing with the fallout of COVID-19 has been a perpetual battle for all of us. Homeowners in South Florida are stuck inside and many are wondering what to do with all of their newfound free time. Well, this might be the perfect time to start thinking about preparing your home for the upcoming hurricane season.

In Florida, the hurricane season will officially begin on June 1^st and will end on November 30^th. These seasonal forecasts are important to pay attention to, as the exact dates tend to vary slightly from year to year. Whether or not we have a bad hurricane season this year, it is important to prepare. Plus, the next few months almost guarantee heavy rainfall. The following are some important tips to keep in mind to prepare your home for the rainfall coming in Florida’s 2020 hurricane season:

• Check your home for leaks, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms
• Make sure all gutters are clear
• Ensure that appliances and electrical equipment are stored in a water-free area
• Take note of your home’s drainage efficiency
• Get your roof inspected
• Be on the watch for mold growth
• Check air vents for any leakage
• Make sure all doors and windows are properly sealed

While coronavirus is on the forefront of our minds, it can be easy to lose track of time. However, hurricane season will be here before we know it, so the time to prepare is now. If you have any questions about storm preparation or have any storm damage that you would like to address, we are here for you. With decades of experience in storm damage repair, we are truly the South Florida experts. Please call SERVPRO of North Palm Beach County today to learn more.