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Cape Cod Disaster Services: Storm Protection & Retrofitting - Water Removal & Damage Repair - Fire & Smoke Damage Cleanup & Repair
Hurricane and Storm Protection:
Cape Cod being a coastal community is prone to severe storms. There are a few things you can do to prepare your home and property for an approaching storm or hurricane.
You might consider having your home retrofitted against storm damage or at the very least getting a storm preparedness assessment. Once a storm is approaching there are only a few things you can do with only hours remaining until landfall. Removal of anything that could become an airborne "missile" like yard and patio furniture, outdoor plants, etc. is a very basic step that can prevent damage to your or your neighbor's property.
It is a good idea to have an emergency preparedness plan before any approaching natural disaster like a hurricane or a severe Nor' Easter. Consulting with a contractor about making your property storm/hurricane resistant way in advance of an approaching storm is solid advice. This can include anything from a plan to stow anything that is "loose" to having storm shutters (plywood or other material) fitted to all your windows and doors, especially if you are unable to complete these tasks yourself. Everyone knows that once a storm is approaching it is hard to get these things done because the manpower and the necessary materials are usually hard to come by at this point, especially on Cape Cod.
After Storm Cleanup:
Once the storm has passed there is usually lots of debris to cleanup and you may require structural repairs to your home or property. Finding folks that can provide after storm cleanup services that include removal of destroyed items, clean-up & repairs can be tough after a storm. Contractors that can provide storm cleanup and repair services will be very busy at this point.
Water Damage:
Severe storms can also cause water damage and may require water removal. If your home is "un-livable" because of the damage, contact the Cape Cod Area Red Cross or FEMA for the nearest shelter where you can stay until your home is repaired.
Click here to get a storm protection retrofit for your home have a storm preparedness assessment done.
Fire & Smoke Damage:
A fire can be a devastating scenario to a homeowner even if no one is injured or even home at the time. Fires often leave home uninhabitable because of damage from the flames or smoke and water damage. Water may need to be removed before any repairs can be made to the home. At the very least you may require cleaning services and a house painter.
Additional disaster preparedness resources: Cape Cod Disaster Services Cape Cod Area Red Cross Emergency Preparedness Guide FEMA