Prepare Your Home for the 2024 Hurricane Season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season to be above-average in intensity, with between 17 to 25 named cyclones, and predicted four to seven major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher).
At A+ Heating & Cooling – Electrical, we are committed to helping our customers stay safe and prepared. Here are some essential tips to safeguard your home and family during this turbulent season.
Best Practices for Preparing Your Home for Hurricanes
- Create an Emergency Plan: Establish a family emergency plan that includes evacuation routes and communication strategies. Keep important documents in a waterproof container.
- Stock Up on Supplies. Ensure you have enough non-perishable food, water, and medication to last at least three days. Include a first-aid kit, flashlights, batteries, and a battery-powered radio.
- Secure Outdoor Items: Bring patio furniture, grills, and other outdoor items indoors to prevent them from becoming projectiles. Trim trees and bushes to minimize the risk of falling branches. Protect Windows and Doors, and Install storm shutters or use plywood to cover windows and glass doors.
- Check Your Roof and Gutters: Inspect your roof for loose shingles or tiles and repair them. Clear gutters and downspouts to prevent water damage.
- Install Surge Protectors: Use surge protectors to safeguard your electronic devices from power surges caused by lightning.
- Rely on Backup Power Solutions: Consider investing in a home standby generator to ensure you have power during outages.
Benefits of a Home Standby Generator
A home standby generator can provide peace of mind and safety during power outages caused by hurricanes. Here are some key benefits:
- Automatic Activation: Standby generators automatically turn on when the power goes out, ensuring continuous power without any manual intervention.
- Power for Essential Appliances: Keep your refrigerator, lights, medical equipment, and other essential appliances running smoothly.
- Safety and Comfort: Maintain a comfortable and safe living environment even during prolonged outages.
- Increased Property Value: Installing a standby generator can increase the value of your home and make it more attractive to potential buyers.
Why Choose A+ Heating & Cooling – Electrical for Your Backup Power Needs?
At A+ Heating & Cooling – Electrical, we offer top-quality home standby generators that are reliable and efficient. Our expert team will help you choose the right generator for your home and provide professional installation and maintenance services. From 6.5kw all the way up to 100kw. A+ Heating & Cooling – Electrical can install, retrofit or upgrade your power generation to fit every need. We also have in-house generator service technicians to make sure your generator stays ready when you need it.
- Expert Consultation: We'll assess your home's power needs and recommend the best generator for your situation.
- Professional Installation: Our skilled technicians ensure a seamless installation process.
- Maintenance and Support: We provide ongoing maintenance to keep your generator in optimal condition.
Prepare for the hurricane season with confidence. Contact A+ Heating & Cooling – Electrical today to learn more about our backup power solutions and how we can help you safeguard your home.