10/14/14 8:00 AM
Stormy weather can strike no matter what part of the country you live in. If you're a homeowner in Palm Coast, don't be caught unprepared for the worst. Read on for tips to prepare your roof, windows and skylights for rough and rainy weather.
Your Roof
Your roof is a key target for wind and water damage. The best way to prevent problems is to inspect your roof annually and after every major storm in Flagler Beach. Look for signs of damage such as
• loose or missing tiles or shingles
• damaged tiles or shingles (cracked, chipped, split or gouged)
• mold, mildew or rot
• flapping ridge vents
• loose or broken flashing around chimneys, vents and skylights
• loose or missing chimney bricks or damaged tuck pointing
• missing or loose chimney cap
• cracked or blocked chimney flues
• roof punctures
• soggy, boggy or wet spots
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| Roof Damage should be address immediately |
Your gutters and downspouts are part of your roof too, because they assist in keeping it dry. Whenever you inspect your roof, have your gutters checked as well, and plan on cleaning them out about twice a year. Pay special attention to the gutters and roof line if you have had ice damming over the past winter.
In fact, if you've experienced ice damming, it's wise to have your roofing team assess the heat loss on the upper part of your roof in Bunnell. When temperatures there exceed 32 degrees Fahrenheit, snowmelt runs down to the gutter line, where it can re-freeze and cause subsequent melting to flow into the layers of your roof or even your home's interior. Usually this can be prevented by adding insulation to the attic and ventilating the roof in Marineland.
One last roof tip: if you live in a hurricane zone, consider securing your roof to the home with hurricane straps. This prevents air from moving upward during a hurricane and literally blowing the roof off the house.
Your Windows
Your windows and skylights should shut tightly without any air or water leaking in. If your frames are in good condition but the windows are not efficient or don't function properly, think about vinyl replacement windows. These leave the frame intact and replace the glass panels with more energy-saving and protective models.
If you reside in a cold area, you may want to add slide-down storm windows to offer an extra layer of protection and insulation in the winter. Rather than getting hurricane-proof windows, you may be better off installing shutters, a centuries-old mechanism for homes by the sea. Bahama and awning shutters are more aesthetically pleasing, while accordion and vertical metal shutters are the toughest when it comes to hurricane protection in Hammock. Anyone who weathers big storms can put these to good use.
Your home is probably your greatest asset. Take good care of it, and it will take care of you. If you nip small problems in the bud, you can often prevent bigger ones from disrupting your life or even causing the loss of your home in Hammock Beach.
SERVPRO of Flagler County Professionals provide fire and water damage restoration services. SERVPRO of Flagler County proudly serves Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, Hammock Dunes, Beverly Beach, Bunnell, Marineland, Hammock, Hammock Beach, and surrounding areas. We are available 24 hours/7 days a week and are ready to restore damage to your home or commercial structure caused by:
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