With Storm Dudley and Storm Eunice hitting the country hard this week, many people may be concerned about their homes getting damaged by the vicious winds.
Damage from rain and win can often be expected after such intense storms, reports Wales Online.
The Met Office has issued weather warnings amid the storms and warned about the chance of power cuts, fallen trees and building damage like roof tiles coming off.
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The UK, including Merseyside, has already been hit with high winds when Storm Dudley hit yesterday.
Now Storm Eunice is making itself known, with Merseyside waking up to more wild weather.
Property inspector Steve Rad of InventoryBase has shared his top tips for storm-proofing your home.
Top tips for protecting your home in a storm
- Get rid of overhanging or loose branches to help prevent damage in windy weather. Make sure to consult a tree surgeon and your local authority to ensure the work is carried out safely and legally.
- Make sure you're insured. Check your insurance coverage beforehand so you know exactly what you’re covered for.
- Keep your heating on to avoid damage from cold pipes. Put the heating on for one hour a day to prevent your pipes from freezing up.
- Secure loose external fittings on your house. These usually include – lights, hanging plants, alarms, and garden furniture. Failure to do so could result in them getting damaged or lost during a storm.
- Check your roof for loose or cracked tiles. Compromised roof tiles will be the first casualties of severe weather, so get them repaired to avoid additional water damages from leaks.
- Clear all gutters and pipes - blocked and damaged gutters can cause an overflow from water build-up resulting in flood damage.
- Be prepared for strong winds by ensuring all doors, gates, and windows are fastened securely - failure to do so could result in external property damage for your home and others around you.
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