Homeowner Tips for Getting Ready for Hurricane Season 2018
Before a hurricane is even on the radar, homeowners are encouraged to assure that four key components of their home are safe and secure: the roof, windows, garage door and entry doors. If any of these areas are compromised during severe weather, then hurricane-force winds can enter the structure and cause massive damage.
"Because there were so many severe hurricane situations in 2017, it's important to perform a thorough check now of a home's exterior," says
"It's smart for homeowners to hire a professional to evaluate their roof and other entry/opening areas of the home if they need to be fixed or replaced before the 2018 Hurricane Season."
Up on the Roof
Starting from the top of the home down, homeowners should make sure their roof is secure and can sustain both straight line and pressurized winds during a hurricane. Severe winds can uplift shingles off a roof, push intense wind-driven rain at a roof, or cause flying debris to strike a roof.
The smart decision is for a homeowner to select a roof product that meets Class 4 ratings for impact resistance along with the Miami Dade County Acceptance (High Velocity Hurricane Winds) and the
In addition, DaVinci composite roofing tiles are rated Class A for fire retardance and have achieved the highest rating for straight line wind testing at 110 mph. The synthetic roofing material also has a lifetime limited warranty to give you added peace-of-mind.
The Window Package
When it comes to a home, windows can make up almost half the exterior. That's why it's important for homeowners to select windows that are constructed for their specific geographic needs.
In hurricane-prone areas, windows created to meet coastal building codes are critical. Impact-resistant windows, like Vigilance® windows, are made to offer exceptional storm protection, from not just wind and rain, but also from wind-borne debris.
"During a hurricane, winds can making flying missiles of garbage cans, lawn furniture and tree limbs," says Carter. "Choosing a window made and certified to resist severe weather is a smart investment for a homeowner."
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Remember the Privacy Windows
In many homes, the clear window package is accented by the addition of decorative glass privacy windows. Oftentimes found in the bathroom of the home, if a homeowner lives in a hurricane-prone area, it's important for them to select a privacy window that can also stand up to strong winds and torrential rains.
The Storm-Lite silkscreened glass privacy window from Hy-Lite® is certified to AAMA 506-06 specifications for Hurricane Impact and Cycle Testing, and has a Design Pressure Rating of DP50. Part of Hy-Lite's popular Bath-Lite® Series, the impact-resistant windows feature heavy-duty vinyl frames in the choice of four designer frame colors of white, tan, driftwood and bronze.
The 4' x 4' fixed decorative glass window features a one-inch insulated unit with an annealed, laminated exterior glass in a heavy-duty vinyl frame to resist impact from flying debris. Storm-Lite windows also have tempered glass on the interior for enhanced safety, privacy and decorative style.
Shut the Door!
The final "at risk" component of a home are the doors --- both the entry doors and the garage door. Flying debris can impact and damage average doors. Selecting heavy-gauge steel or aluminum garage doors, made to meet hurricane-area codes, is the best way for homeowners to help protect their home.
Several dependable garage doors from
The insulated Aluminum 5000 Series garage doors from
All 5000 Series Aluminum corrosion-resistant, insulated garage doors are filled with dense CFC-free polyurethane foam insulation. The tough, durable and weather-resistant Trinar® paint finish with a 35-year finish warranty on the 5000 Series doors are tested to withstand the degrading effects of weather extremes. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, the 5000 Series is built to last, with a heavy bottom weather seal to repel the most hostile weather conditions.
Entryways into the home --- especially the garage door --- are vulnerable to impact from flying debris from hurricane strength winds along with air force that can potentially push in or pull out a garage door. Passing two industry tests --- DASMA 108 for static air pressure, and DASMA 115 for impact and cyclical wind pressure --- are critical for garage doors. For
Before the onset of Hurricane Season 2018, homeowners are encouraged to make the time to evaluate the structures where they live and work. Making upgrades and changes now can help people be prepared for upcoming storms.
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