In the event of a thunderstorm, anything can happen. The storm cloud may roll silently behind you, or it might crash your world in a moment. While most of the time thunderstorms are not something to worry about, in some cases, they can cause extensive damage to your property. That's why we've outlined the renovations you might need to perform after a fall thunderstorm. The following are some repairs and inspections you might need to do after a large storm.
Loose Shingles
Shingles
can fall following a severe fall storm. Take time to look around your yard to
see if you'll spot any shingles that might have landed there. If you find any
shingles missing, you may tarp or patch the roof to protect your home. However,
if many tiles have fallen, you may need to invest in total roof replacement to fix the damage. Make sure
you first reach out to your insurance company. If you can prove that the damage
to your roof was caused by the recent storm, your insurance will likely cover
the cost of replacement or repairs.
Water Damage
In some
cases, a fall storm will come with hail. Hail can cause considerable damage to
tiles, and gutters, and even create holes in the roof. Thus, it's crucial to evaluate
the severity of damage done to your roof following a thunderstorm. Leaks, if
left unattended, can encourage mold growth and cause considerable damage to
your ceiling. Following a severe thunderstorm, contact a reputable roofer to
inspect your home for leaks. If you spot watermarks on the ceiling or walls, you should get the repairs done promptly. You will also want to check your
basement for any signs of flooding. This can, unfortunately, be common after a
large rainstorm and can cause a lot of damage if it isn’t taken care of
immediately.
Structural Damage
Wind
damage can dent a car, shatter glass, or even force a tree to fall on your
house or car. If you notice that any of these damages occurred to your
property, do what you can to cover all the openings to avoid further damage.
You should protect your property against the elements as much as possible until
you get the repairs done.
Plumbing Leaks and Damaged Water Lines
Severe
fall thunderstorms may affect your plumbing system. If you experience broken
water lines or find plumbing leaks following storm damage, turn off the water
source first. Then, clean up the water and contact a professional to help you
prevent further damage.
Damaged Power Line
Tree
branches can fall across the power line and interfere with the power supply. If
this happens, substitute the power with a generator to keep your home warm and
cozy. Never attempt to get fallen branches off power lines near your home. If
you notice this problem, call your local power company to shut off the power,
and make the necessary repairs.
Broken Branches
Even if
you don’t have any tree branches that have fallen on your power line, the
branches can become weak from the storm. This can cause them to fall on power
lines in the future. Because of this, you should inspect your trees after a
storm. It could be a good time to hire a tree trimming service to prevent any
issues for the next storm.
Replace Broken Windows
In some
cases, a storm can cause broken windows. If this is the case for your home, you
will need to have them replaced as soon as possible. While you are waiting for
a professional window company to repair your windows, you will want to cover
them temporarily. Take a tarp or piece of plastic and take it over the windows
to prevent drafts or pests from coming into your home. It will also prevent
further damage from occurring to your home interior.
Siding Damage
Powerful storms can cause damage to your home’s siding. After the storm, see if any siding panels have fallen off your home. Sometimes a repair might be something as simple as repainting some exposed wood. If you aren’t sure if your siding needs to be repaired, contact a siding or foundation company to inspect it for you.
Extensive
thunderstorm damage to your property can cause panic, taking away your shelter
and causing considerable damage that can destabilize you financially. Although
you cannot control the weather and its devastating effects on your home, you
can put the damage under control by performing the renovations outlined above.
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