Living in Florida, we see more damaging storms yearly than many Americans. After the storms pass and the weather begins to clear, the assessment of the aftermath begins. Sometimes, damage is obvious. Missing shingles, tree debris, and broken or damaged gutters are hard to miss....
Florida, known as the Sunshine State, is blessed with beautiful beaches, vibrant communities, and a tropical climate that draws residents and tourists alike. However, along with the year-round sun and pleasant temperatures, Florida experiences its share of extreme weather, particularly heavy rainfall and hurricanes. This...
The 2022 hurricane season may soon be drawing to an end, but that doesn’t mean your home hasn’t taken any storm damage over the last several months. In particular, it’s difficult to know whether the underlying components of your roof need attention. For example, your flashing. But,...
Wind, hail, rain, and debris. These might not be the four horsemen of the apocalypse, but they are the four primary causes of damage you can expect to face after a particularly brutal hurricane. But, after the storm has passed, how do you actually know if...
On September 23, 2022, Hurricane Ian formed out in the Atlantic Ocean. In less than a week, it swept in to wreak havoc on Florida’s west coast. That being said, even Floridian residents living in Central and Northeast Florida found themselves battered by hurricane-force winds and...
In the summertime, those of us who live in Florida expect thunder and lightning. Winds that will whip around our homes. Spaghetti plots that keep us on our toes. And that’s only the beginning. But when such chaos doesn’t come as soon as we think, it...
The hurricane season may not have arrived in a bevy of blustery winds quite yet, but it is most certainly on the horizon. Thus, it’s time to start making hurricane preparation a priority. You may be wondering, however: When, exactly, do I need to start making...
According to the National Weather Service, thunderstorm season in Florida spans approximately May through October — which is followed shortly by hurricane season merely one month later. In other words, Florida is battered by rain and high winds nearly all year round, with the spring...
Staying on top of roofing maintenance can be challenging enough as is, but when hurricane season comes into play, procrastination is simply no longer an option. After all, your roof is particularly vulnerable to heavy rainfall, brutal whips of wind, and airborne debris that is liable...
“Whether it’s a catastrophic hurricane or a powerful tropical depression, wind gusts, flying debris, and torrential downpours can cause significant damage to your home,” according to Owens Corning. “Roofs are especially vulnerable, due to their exposed location and large surface area.” Thus, for states prone to...
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