Storm Damage Prevention

Keep Trees Trimmed

• Trim tree limbs away from your home's roof on a regular basis. Roof damage associated with storms is often caused by overgrown trees. Regular trimming reduces the chances of fallen limbs harming your home or vehicle.

Put Away Movable Objects

• Store light and movable items such as outdoor furniture and lawn decorations. These items can be swept up by strong winds and thrown at doors, windows and vehicles.

Manage Leaks

• Repair all leaks. Even the smallest of untreated leaks can quickly grow into a deluge during heavy rains and cause an unlimited amount of damage to the home. All leaks should be properly repaired immediately.

Protect Your Vehicle

• Park your vehicle under an awning or in a garage. Vehicles are always at a very high risk of suffering storm damage because they usually are parked outside. If protected parking is unavailable, park far away from trees, telephone poles and objects at risk of falling or moving.

Direct Lightning

• Channel lightning strikes by placing lightening conductor rods in areas of highest elevation.