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January 2023

Your home and its contents represent a huge investment, so making your house durable and disaster-resistant is of the utmost importance.

Shutters

Although hurricane shutters aren’t cheap, they’re very effective in protecting your windows and home contents from high winds.

Your doors may be just as vulnerable as your windows if they aren’t reinforced. If your doors are old or seem rather flimsy to you, it might be a good idea to replace them with sturdier ones hung on durable hinges.

Emergency Power Sources

When there is stormy weather, your area or the entire island may experience a loss of power. Fortunately, there are many options available today to help your household continue to function at these times.

Battery-powered or gas-less generators are a recent innovation. They are less noisy, emission-free alternatives to the traditional gasoline, diesel, natural gas or propane generators.

Solar panels also make an excellent investment, as the battery units store energy for use during emergencies.

Secure Your Roof

During a storm or hurricane, the last thing you want to worry about is your roof. Get it checked in advance to ensure it's not vulnerable to strong winds. Ask a professional to inspect your roof and fix any loose galvanise sheets, tiles or shingles.

Do you have hurricane straps in place to secure your roof? These are a must if you want to avoid exposure to the elements and serious danger to you or your home.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

Need help preparing for any disaster that might strike?

At the AffinityPlus Credit Union, we are focused on helping our members protect themselves and their homes. Click here to learn more our about suite of home improvement loans, or complete our contact form to have one of our helpful loan officers call you.

Disaster Proofing Your Home