4 Ways to Protect Your Long Island Home from Hail and Storm Damage

1/3/2025 (Permalink)

Protect your Long Island City home from storm damage.

Storm weather can strike at any time of the year on Long Island. Whether it’s a snowstorm, ice, hail, or high winds, your home can be vulnerable to various types of severe weather. While you can't control the power of Mother Nature, there are plenty of steps you can take to prepare in advance, ensuring that your home remains safe and protected through whatever storms may come your way. Here are some ways to prevent storm damage to your home: 

What to Do to Protect Your Home Before Storms Occur

Update insurance policies 

One of the first things to focus on is your house insurance. As a homeowner, you should be aware of what your current insurance policies have to ensure coverage of losses from storms or natural disasters. Knowing your policies makes making claims an easier process. 

Care for Roofing

It is important to have regular maintenance and inspections done for your roof to prevent storm damage. To keep your roof in good condition in the winter, clear ice and snow, and remove fallen leaves and tree branches in the fall to keep your roof free from potential damage caused by debris.

Trim Landscaping

An effective way to safeguard your home’s roof, windows, and doors from hail damage is by cutting loose or dead tree limbs and overgrown shrubbery. Strong winds, especially when combined with heavy tree limbs, can cause significant damage to your home and even pose a danger to your safety. 

Clean Gutters

It is important to make sure your gutters are clear of leaves and anything else because the gutters play an important role in keeping your home safe from storm damage, especially flooding. You should get them professionally cleaned or use a ladder and gloves to check them and clear them out if needed. 

Take Action Today to Ensure Your Home Stays Safe In Storm Damage

Preparing your home for a storm can ensure no damage strikes your home. If you suspect your home has storm damage from snow, ice, hail, wind, or flooding, SERVPRO® of Long Island City is Here to Help®. Our trained professionals can help repair and restore your home to its original state. Visit our website to get started today!