Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane Preparedness: Protecting Your Home and Yard

In preparedness for hurricane season, it's crucial to prepare your home and yard to mitigate potential damage. Here are essential steps to take:

Secure Outdoor Items: Anchor down or bring indoors any outdoor furniture or decorations to prevent them from becoming projectiles during high winds. Additionally, consider securing lightweight items like trash cans and planters.

Trim Trees and Shrubs: Remove dead or weak branches from trees and shrubs to minimize the risk of falling debris. Properly prune trees to promote strong growth and reduce the likelihood of branches breaking off in strong winds.

Boarding up windows is a key step in protecting your property from strong winds and flying debris. Here at Gabriel’s we provide sturdy material for this task, ensuring your windows remain secure during the storm.

Clear Gutters and Drains: Keep gutters and drains clear of debris to prevent water buildup and potential flooding. Regularly clean out leaves, twigs, and other obstructions to ensure proper drainage away from your home's foundation.

Stock Up on Supplies: Prepare an emergency supply kit with non-perishable food, water, medications, and essential tools for emergency repairs. Don't forget to include items like flashlights, batteries, gas cans, and a portable radio to stay informed during power outages.

Have a Plan: Establish an evacuation route, communication strategy, and safe room within your home. Familiarize yourself with local evacuation zones and shelters, and have a plan in place for your family and pets. Stay informed about weather conditions by monitoring local news and weather alerts, and follow evacuation orders issued by authorities.

By following these proactive measures, you can safeguard your home and family against the potential impacts of a hurricane. Stay safe and prepared this hurricane season. Remember, Gabriel Building Supply is always ready and willing to help you prepare. It's better to be over-prepared than caught off guard when a storm strikes. Don’t wait until the last minute—start your preparations to ensure your safety and peace of mind when the next storm strikes.

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