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Every year, tropical storms develop over the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. While some of these storms can remain relatively harmless, others can wreak havoc on homes and cities, particularly in Texas, which is why it is important to remain prepared.

During a hurricane, one of the first things you’ll want to do is take adequate measures to protect your home, which usually means reinforcing weak spots.

After a hurricane, it can be extremely overwhelming putting the pieces back together. Not only do you have to think about cleaning your home and property, but fallen debris and potentially toxic floodwater can make the process both difficult and dangerous.

During a hurricane, threats to your home and safety come from high winds, heavy rainfall, storm surge, coastal and inland flooding, and tornadoes.

 Prepare your kit well in advance! The last thing you want when a hurricane hits is to be unprepared. Taking the extra steps to ensure you have everything you need to keep you and your family safe is essential.

The Unpredictable Nature of Storm Surges & How You Can Prepare A storm surge is often the most dangerous part of any hurricane, causing the biggest threat to life and property.

Tips for Preparing Your Texas Home for a Hurricane Although Texas coastal communities face the greatest threat from hurricanes, inland communities can also be impacted.

The Types of Windows That Can Withstand Strong Winds When strong winds begin to blow outside your home, it can be a scary experience, one that is made far scarier if you know that your windows are not strong enough to withstand impact damage.

Living in the Houston area you know all too well the importance of having quality home windows. Otherwise, cooling costs are a nightmare and you might end up dealing with expensive repairs and replacements after hurricane season. Though quality is important, you deserve to get the best deal.

Two weeks ago, Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas as a Category 4 storm, leaving hundreds of thousands of people dealing with severe flooding, wind damage, and destruction.