Different Types of Storms and How to Protect Your Home Before/During/After

10/19/2022 (Permalink)

Storms come in different ways and forms, and the best way to protect your Belle Meade home from them is to be educated on the various types of storms that can arise during fall. While preparing, check on your insurance policy and ensure you are covered for the types of storms that can occur this time of year. Even if you prepare your home for the unthinkable, double-checking your insurance policy and taking note of what types of storms they will cover is always a smart move. And as always, if you do experience a storm this fall, SERVPRO of Belle Meade and West Nashville works with your insurance for a stress-free claims process. We even manage the insurance paperwork so you can worry about storm proofing your home. Speaking of storm-proofing, we have listed some tips below on safeguarding your Belle Meade home from the different types of storms that can happen in the southeastern United States!

What Types Of Storms Should You Look Out For In Middle Tennessee?

• If you’re from around the area, you already knew this one: tornadoes! Most tornado damage comes from heavy winds. Some areas of the US receive so much storm damage caused by tornadoes that those areas have been nicknamed “tornado alley.”
• Lightning is also a major cause for active storm watches because of the possibility of a fire. Lightning that hits trees and the ground can lead to fire damage, power outages, and property damage. 
• On the more violent end of the spectrum, derecho storms are massive, rapidly moving storms that can emit violent wind speeds at 58 mph. While derecho storms are more erratic, they hold one thing constant: they usually form near jet streams and currents!
• While less common in the south, but still possible during the winter: snowstorms! High winds and freezing temperatures make up snowstorms and can cause your roof to collapse. 

How Can You Protect Your Belle Meade Home From Storms This Fall?

• Your windows are vulnerable to heavy gusts of wind and hail. Installing high-impact windows with sturdy frames that can resist intrusions can be an excellent investment for your Belle Meade home. 
• Protect your roof! A tornado or a heavy windstorm can easily blow away these parts of your home. If your home feels the impact of roof damage post-storm, SERVPRO can conduct temporary protective measures such as roof tarps while restoration is underway. 
• If there is a tornado in your area, have a plan during the event! According to the CDC, you should take shelter on the lowest floor of your home, like the basement.

When you need the storm damage experts, the first restoration company that should come to mind is SERVPRO! With over 2,000 franchises across the US and Canada, we are strategically positioned to always be near you when disaster strikes. We won’t waste valuable time when you contact us because we’re always close by when you need us. Give us a call at (615) 242-9391 if you experience flooding as a result of storm damage. We’re on call for our Nashville neighbors!

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