As hard as it may be to believe, the fall is well and truly here, and we are heading towards winter fast. If you have recently bought a new property, you may be very happy with how it got you through the summer months, but you may be worrying about how it is going to hold up in the months ahead. With so many stories about extreme weather events, not to mention the usual kinds of extreme weather that we are used to in Florida, everyone wants to make sure that their property is ready for what is to come. Here are a few ways that you can get started on preparing your home for winter.
Check Your Plumbing
Plumbing is one of the first areas that can start to go when the bad weather in winter starts hitting your home hard. Those pipes can come in for a lot of wear and tear, and if you do not know when the last time the plumbing in your property was inspected, it is time that you addressed this issue. This is particularly important if there are any large trees near your home, as the roots can often become tangled with the piping and cause serious damage. While you are paying for a contractor to come and check your pipes, it is also worth checking your electrical wiring and your water heater. These are not things that you want breaking down.
Find A Contractor You Trust
Part of planning for the winter and the bad weather to come is making sure that you have a plan in place in case the worst should happen. Anyone who lives in Orlando, FL, will tell you that roofs come in for a lot of punishment. There is only so much you can do ahead of time to try and make sure that the damage is kept to a minimum. And when that damage is done, you do not want to waste any time in getting it fixed. You also want to make sure that your contractor is going to be able to handle the insurance side of things themselves. This is where Insurance General Contractors come in. They can take on every step of the process, from assessing the damage, finishing the repairs, and filing the insurance claim properly.
Make Sure Your Insurance Is Up To Date
Speaking of insurance, one of the most important things that every homeowner needs to do at this time of year is to check that their insurance policy is up to date. When you are busy and stressed, as we have all been over the last couple of years, this is the kind of admin that is easy to let slip. But when these major events happen, such as Storm Ian, you want to know what is covered. What you need to remember is that if something is not listed on your insurance policy, it won’t be. You also need to remember that if there is any incorrect information on your policy, your provider may not compensate you for a claim. Go through your documents and update anything that you need to.
