8 Tips to Prepare Your Home or Business for the 2023 Hurricane Season

Hurricane season is right around the corner and now is the time to make sure you are prepared to weather the storms. 

After a “near normal” Atlantic hurricane season last year, the 2023 season is forecast to be “slightly below average” with 13 named storms, six hurricanes and two major hurricanes making landfall.

Here in Central Florida, we know it only takes one storm with just the right track, high winds and downpours of rain to cause significant damage to our homes and communities.

To help you prepare for the storms, R/J Group, Central Florida’s premier roofing and construction service company, is offering 8 tips to help you stay ahead of the storms before the 2023 hurricane season officially begins (and hopefully reduce the negative impacts a hurricane could have on your roof and home).

Schedule an appointment NOW & keep up with regular maintenance.

If you haven’t had your roof inspected recently, schedule an appointment today. Not all damage is present from just looking, so it's important to have a professional evaluate for any rips, holes, debris build-up, excessive granular loss, flashings that are improperly sealed or attached, rodent damage or access, or any other issues that can impact the integrity of your roof. Having a reputable and experienced roofing contractor to partner with on all your year-round maintenance needs is the best way to ensure your roof is ready to withstand a hurricane.

Contact us to learn more about our quality craftsmanship. We offer a complete line of expert products and services for all residential and commercial properties. Our professional technicians have over 30 years of experience and expertise in roofing and construction services.

Check for active leaks.

If it is too late to get a reputable contractor out to access the leak in time, prepare for the water intrusion by removing all personal belongings out from underneath the affected area and have buckets ready to catch the water.

Clear gutters and drains.

It’s imperative to allow water to flow off your roof smoothly. A clear gutter and downspout system will ensure water doesn’t back-up and sit on your roof, causing leaks and damage.

Trim nearby trees.

Clear out any dead, broken or oversized trees and branches that can be easily blown off during a storm, especially if they hang over your roof.

Get a tarp.

If something does happen during a storm, make sure you have a tarp available to help keep the water from coming into your home.

Keep up to date with insurance and warranties.

If you have a warranty on your roof, part of maintaining that warranty is to have your roof audited annually, at minimum, to make sure it functions properly. Make sure you stay a step ahead and keep all your documents handy, like warranties, insurance papers, before pictures, and contact information for contractors.

Drive around and document your neighborhood.

Most damage done during a hurricane is due to someone else’s debris hitting your home. Drive around and inspect your neighbor’s yards. Take videos or pictures prior to the storm arriving. This type of documentation can help the insurance adjustor’s assessments and potentially expedite any loss coverages. Plus, you can help your neighbors tie down anything they may have missed.

Stay safe.
Above all, make sure you and your family are safe.

Prepare your roof for storm season today by requesting a free estimate from our premier roofing experts.