Hurricane Season Preparedness for Texas Homeowners
Living in Texas means enjoying wide-open skies, warm weather, and close-knit communities. But it also means preparing for hurricane season, which typically runs from June through November. A little planning now can go a long way toward keeping your home and family safe when storms approach.
At Home Creations, we understand the challenges that Texas homeowners face during hurricane season. That’s why we build with safety and durability in mind, so your home is ready for the elements.
1. Create a Family Emergency Plan
Know your evacuation routes. Texas coastal regions have designated routes; review them ahead of time.
Set up a communication plan. Make sure every family member knows who to call and where to meet if separated.
Assemble an emergency kit. Include non-perishable food, water, flashlights, batteries, first-aid supplies, medications, and important documents in a waterproof container.
2. Protect Your Home
Even the strongest homes benefit from preparation, but when you choose a Home Creations home, you already start with important protections built in:
Hurricane straps on rafters. These metal ties firmly connect the roof rafters to the walls of your home, reducing the risk of the roof lifting off during powerful winds.
130-mph shingles. Our roofs are designed with shingles tested and rated to withstand wind speeds up to 130 miles per hour, helping keep your home watertight even in severe storms.
Impact-rated windows. Our windows are engineered to handle winds up to 130 mph, offering an extra layer of protection against flying debris.
In addition to these built-in safeguards, it’s still important to:
Clear your yard. Trim trees, secure outdoor furniture, and remove loose items that could become projectiles in high winds.
Check your gutters. Keep them clear so they can properly drain the heavy rain that hurricanes bring.
3. Safeguard Important Assets
Review insurance coverage. Standard homeowners’ policies often don’t include flood insurance. Check your coverage and consider adding it.
Document your home. Take photos or videos of each room and valuable items for insurance claims.
Backup digital files. Store copies of critical documents in the cloud or on an external drive.
4. Stay Informed
Download weather and emergency apps. Real-time updates can give you crucial lead time.
Sign up for local alerts. Many Texas counties and cities offer text or email notifications for severe weather.
Keep a battery-powered radio. If power and cell towers go down, this may be your only source of information.
5. After the Storm
Wait for official all-clear. Don’t return home or go outside until it’s declared safe.
Be cautious of hazards. Downed power lines, contaminated floodwaters, and unstable structures can be dangerous.
Check your home carefully. Document any damage before starting cleanup, and contact your insurance provider as soon as possible.
