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Hurricane Protection

How To Use Bath Water To Flush Your Toilets: 5 Ways

How To Use Bath Water To Flush Your Toilets: 5 Ways

Yes, you really can use bath water to flush your toilets. Keep reading for 4 great methods so you can save water!

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HVAC Hurricane Pad Code Requirements (All Southern States)

If you live in a southern state, this article will share all the relevant hurricane pad code requirements.

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How Much It Costs to Hurricane Proof Your Home: Worth It?

How Much It Costs to Hurricane Proof Your Home: Worth It?

Hurricane proofing your home is expensive upfront, but the money you spend pays back dividends later. Read about these options to shore up your own home for the next storm.

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Hurricane Deductibles: 10 Big Differences You Need to Know

Hurricane Deductibles: 10 Big Differences You Need to Know

When a hurricane blows through the area, you need to know what your insurance covers and what it does. This guide will tell you.

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The Truth About Solar Panels in Hurricanes: Do They Blow Off?

The Truth About Solar Panels in Hurricanes: Do They Blow Off?

If your roof is covered in solar panels, you may wonder how hurricane-resistant the panels are. We’ll explore ahead!

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Hurricane-Proof Garage Doors: What You Need To Know

Depending on what part of the US you live in, you need to take several steps to make your garage door hurricane-proof. Leaving your garage door unprotected during a hurricane will not only cause damage to the door itself, but the damage sustained to the whole house will be more severe due to the wind, water, and objects hurled in. 

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What Is a Hurricane Pad for AC Units? (And Do You Need One?)

Hurricanes and their breakneck speeds can wreak havoc on homes. While the last of your concerns might be your air conditioning unit, you still want to safeguard this just as you do the rest of your property. That’s where Hurricane Pads come in. 

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11 Great Ways To Create a Rock-Solid Hurricane-Proof House

Hurricanes are powerful natural weather events, and it can be frightening to try and prepare for the worst. However, there are some smart choices you can make to establish a hurricane-proof house that can withstand the strong winds and weather conditions that a hurricane brings.  

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Making Your Manufactured Home Hurricane-Resistant (13 Steps)

Manufactured homes have features that can withstand hurricanes. However, you can add extra protection to make your home even more hurricane-resistant. 

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How Do Concrete and Cinder Block Homes Do in Hurricanes?

Say you are buying a home in a hurricane-prone zone. The spot you choose for new home construction and area weighs in on the materials you need for the house. You may wonder if something like a cinder block or concrete seal your family from raging hurricanes.

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Hurricane-Proof Homes: What Type Is Best? (Withstand a Cat 5)

Living on the coast, you know the possibility of hurricanes is real every year. There are multiple options when you want a coastal home that will withstand Category 5 hurricane weather. 

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Hurricane-Proof Home Design: 9 Key Elements To Build With

The United States is one of the countries in the world plagued with many hurricanes, with a total of 300 hitting the coast since the mid-1800s. The majority of these hurricanes hit Louisiana, Florida, and Texas. However, even if you don’t live in these areas, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t build a house strong enough to withstand a storm. 

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