Hurricane Preparedness Checklist – Step 3 – Protect Your Property
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In parts one and two of our Hurricane preparedness series we discussed why its important to check your existing home insurance coverage and the importance of performing a home inventory.
In part three well share some tips you should consider for protecting your property from a hurricane. Remember, a few minutes now can save you hours afterward.
Protect Your Property
- Ensure you have hurricane shutters or -inch outdoor plywood boards for each window of your home.
- Install anchors and pre-drill holes for the plywood, so you can put it up quickly in the event of a storm.
- Install head and foot bolts on doors for extra protection.
- Install hurricane straps or clips to help hold your roof to the walls of your home.
- Make sure your landscaping does not become a wind hazard by removing any diseased and damaged limbs from trees.
- Consider building a safe room in your home that can withstand high winds and flying debris. More information is available at FEMA.gov
- If you’re an Allstate policyholder, register with the Customer Care Center at allstate.com . This will give you 24/7 access to your insurance policies and let you report claims and track them.
In part four we provide a run down on stocking up for your emergency supply kit.
Hurricane Preparedness Checklist Series
Part 1 – Review Your Insurance Coverages
Part 3 – Protect Your Property
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