When we think of “hurricane flood damage,” it’s easy to visualize a few inches of water pooled in your living room. However, the reality is much more complicated. Water may be the primary concern and cause of the damage. But it’s accompanied by various other issues that can significantly escalate the damage. As floodwaters rise…
Living in Florida, especially in the coastal areas of the state means you have to deal with hurricanes, tropical storms, and severe weather. Hurricane season in Florida happens every year. This is true whether you live in South Florida, Miami, the Florida panhandle, Jacksonville, Southwest (Gulf Coast) Florida or anywhere in between. In this article…
Knowing your flood zone on a FEMA Flood Map is more straightforward than it might sound. And after recent hurricanes knowing your flood zone is crucial. This is especially true if you live in an area vulnerable to hurricanes, storm surge, and flooding. In this article we talk about flood maps. Specifically we cover what they…
The 2024 hurricane season has started, and the World Meteorological Organization recently released its list of 2024 hurricane names (Tropical Cyclone Names). Like everyone else, we are hoping that zero storms happen this year and none of these names get used. But the NOAA is predicting an “above-normal 2024 Atlantic hurricane season”. So unfortunately, it…
If you’ve ever wondered if the shutters gracing the windows in southern mansions are the same as those braving coastal hurricanes, we’ve got the answer. Plantation and hurricane shutter are as different as a beach day and a storm watch. While one is all about interior elegance and filtering sunshine, the other is built to…
The Sunshine State is home to Disney World and beautiful beaches against the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico waters, but it’s also a prominent target of hurricanes. Tropical storms and hurricanes threaten Florida from June to November, making protection and preparedness an essential part of everyday life for residents. Due to the frequency and intensity…
For Florida homeowners, hurricane preparation is a way of life. While hurricane season lasts six months, preparation lasts year-round in anticipation of upcoming seasons. Retractable hurricane shutters have become a popular choice in Southwest Florida, offering a sleek, modern solution to hurricane protection. These shutters are designed to blend seamlessly into a home’s existing exterior…
Florida is home to beautiful beaches and almost year-round sunshine. Both add to the state’s allure. But the Sunshine State also has a lengthy hurricane history. Coastal communities are the most vulnerable to high winds, torrential rainfall, and storm surges, making it essential for residential and commercial buildings to shelter and shutter themselves from potential…
Louvered hurricane shutters are the perfect solution for preserving a coastal home’s exterior charm while protecting windows and doors from high-flying debris. Decorative Bahama hurricane shutters and Impact Colonial Shutters are both elegant and extremely strong. They have the capability to withstand up to a category 5 hurricane. At the same time they can improve your…
Houses in Florida have unique designs that range from tropical to modern to mediterranean. And while your home’s style is important, it is also important to protect it and your family from severe weather. Hurricane season in Florida happens from June to November. And depending on category and strength, they can cause significant, sometimes irreparable,…