08/29/2023
Best Ways to Prepare Your Home's Exterior for Hurricane Idalia:
1. Secure and cover any non-impact rated doors and windows. This includes front, back, sliding, and garage doors. For non-impact rated garage doors line the bottom seal with sand bags to prevent flooding.
2. Remove any debris, trash, furniture from your home's back and front yard that could become airborne during the storm and lead to damages.
3. Clear tree and shrubs near your home's roof, walls, and windows.
4. Seal any cracks near doors or on walls that can lead to extensive water damage. This can easily be done with caulk or weatherstrips.
5. Lock all windows and doors