Florida Storm Clean-Up: Tips To Help Homeowners

Living in Florida means dealing with the occasional storm or hurricane. When a storm hits, it can leave behind a trail of destruction that requires immediate and effective clean-up. Here are essential tips to help homeowners in Florida manage storm clean-up and get their homes back in order quickly.

Early Preparations

Preparation is key when it comes to minimizing storm damage. Before a storm, secure outdoor furniture, trim trees, and clear gutters to prevent blockages. Make sure you have a tactical flashlight on hand in case of power outages. Stock up on essential supplies like food, water, and batteries. Prepare an emergency kit to save time and ensure you have everything you need during and after the storm.

Post-Storm Checklist

After the storm passes, the first step is to inspect your property for damage. Check the roof for missing shingles, inspect windows for cracks, and look for water damage inside your home. Document any damages with photos for insurance purposes. This initial inspection will help you understand the extent of the damage and prioritize repairs.

Safety First

Your safety and that of your family should be the top priority. Wear protective gear like gloves and boots to avoid injuries from debris and sharp objects. Ensure that children and pets stay away from hazardous areas. If you encounter downed power lines or gas leaks, contact utility companies immediately and do not attempt to handle them yourself.

DIY Clean-Up and Restoration Tips

For those who prefer a hands-on approach, DIY clean-up can be effective if done correctly. Start by removing debris from your yard and driveway. Renting a dumpster for storm clean-up can make the task more manageable by providing a place to dispose of large items and debris. Use a pressure washer to clean mud and dirt from exterior walls and sidewalks. For water-damaged areas, use dehumidifiers and fans to dry out spaces and prevent mold growth.

Signs Your Home Needs Expert Help

You shouldn’t handle all storm damage alone. If you notice structural damage, extensive flooding, or mold, it’s time to call in the professionals. Structural issues can compromise the safety of your home, while mold can pose serious health risks. Professionals have the tools and expertise to handle these problems effectively and ensure your home is safe.

Assistance and Support Help

Help is available for homeowners dealing with storm damage. Contact your insurance company to report damages and start the claims process. Local government programs and non-profit organizations often offer assistance to storm victims. FEMA provides resources and financial aid for those affected by major disasters. Additionally, community groups can be a great source of support and information.

Bestseller No. 1

Energizer AA Batteries and AAA Batteries, 24 Max Double A Batteries and 24 Max Triple A Batteries Combo Pack, 48 Count

24 pack of Energizer MAX alkaline double AA batteries and 24 Pack of Energizer MAX alkaline triple AAA batteries
Our no.1 longest lasting Max battery powers everyday devices, powerful batteries aa size and batteries aaa size
Leak resistant construction protects your devices from leakage of fully used batteries for up to 2 years. Bonus: it's guaranteed
Holds power up to 12 years in storage so you're never left powerless
Eligible for use with an Amazon Dash Smart Shelf auto-replenishment scale to keep you stocked on your favorite necessities

Bestseller No. 2

Survival Kit, 250Pcs Survival Gear First Aid Kit with Molle System Compatible Bag and Emergency Tent, Emergency Kit for Earthquake, Outdoor Adventure, Hiking, Hunting, Gifts for Men Women

[250 in 1 Survival Kit]: Having an emergency kit is an important step to prepare and protect your and household for some unforeseen events. This emergency survival kit is specifically designed and...
[Basic First Aid Kit]: Designed to stow conspicuously, the included first aid supplies are packed in a extra bright red bag. It includes essential items such as tweezers, scissors and pins, would pad,...
[Portable Molle System Compatible Bag]: The 2022 upgraded emt bag was made of military grade water-resistant 1000D nylon with a size of 8” x 6.5” x 6''. You can attach it to other molle compatible...
[2022 Upgraded Version]: Nobody can count on friendly weather during an emergency. This kit can help you to deal with the worst. It is the most multifultional survival kit in the market, contains...
[Must Have Survival Gear]: All of the items have been tested to ensure they can withstand even the toughest emergencies and conditions, such as outdoor adventure, hunting, camping, hiking, travel,...

Bestseller No. 3

FosPower Emergency Weather Radio (Model A1) NOAA/AM/FM with 7400mWh Portable Power Bank, USB/Solar/Hand Crank Charging, Battery Operated, SOS Alarm & Flashlight for Indoor/Outdoor Emergencies

[7400mWh (2000mAh) POWER BANK WILL KEEP DEVICES POWERED] The FosPower FOSPWB-2376 emergency radio incorporates a 7400mWh (2000mAh) power bank capable of providing emergency power to any small tablet...
[3 POWER SOURCES POWER WHEN YOU NEED IT] Use the emergency weather radio's 3 power sources when you need a boost of power or need to recharge the radio. The radio's crank lever and solar panel are...
[2 LIGHT SOURCES ALWAYS POWERED] The emergency crank radio can also provide light. The 4 LED reading light and 1W flashlight provides enough output to keep you and your loved ones out of the dark in...
[NOAA EMERGENCY WEATHER BROADCAST ACCESS] The radio will dependably receive up to the second emergency weather forecasts and emergency news broadcasts from NOAA and AM/FM stations.
[LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY] Includes a Limited Lifetime Warranty. Please visit FosPower's website for more information.

Bestseller No. 4

Survival Kit and First Aid Kit, 142Pcs Professional Survival Gear and Equipment with Molle Pouch, for Men Dad Husband Who Likes Camping Outdoor Adventure (Black)

【Christmas gift ideas】 High-quality comprehensive emergency survival first aid equipment, best gifts for men, father, family, friends. You can enjoy a more relaxed and safe adventure with our...
【A Must Have Survival First Aid Kit】LUXMOM survival kit is unique in that it was specifically designed by survival experts. The comprehensive survival kit not only includes 21pcs multipurpose...
【Wide application range】This survival kit is great for firefighters, first aid personnel, hikers, campers, outdoor sports enthusiasts, etc. It is idea for car, ship, bicycles, motorcycles,...
【Practical Survival Gears & First Aid Kit】LUXMOM emergency kit contains the most popular survival accessories: Hatchet, 3-mode flashlight, Multifunctional Card, Survival Bracelet, Dual-tube...
【Compact Lightweight & Durable】All items are neatly arranged in a 600D nylon bag measuring 9 inches x 6 inches x 5 inches. Easy to carry, small and lightweight, can hold all the 142pcs emergency...

Bestseller No. 5

Energizer Universal Plus LED Headlamp, Lightweight Bright Headlamp for Outdoors, Camping and Emergency Light for Adults and Kids, includes Batteries, Pack of 2

[BRIGHT HANDS FREE LIGHT]: Two (2) lightweight, durable Energizer Universal Plus LED Headlamps offer bright light for a variety of activities. Includes four (4) Energizer MAX AAA alkaline batteries
[COMFORTABLE AND VERSATILE]: Lightweight, compact hands free light offers comfortable wear for a variety of activities
[LED HANDS FREE LIGHT]: Headlamp with red light is ideal for indoor and outdoor activities that require two hands such as DIY projects and outdoor adventures at night
[SUPERIOR LED TECHNOLOGY]: 12x brighter than standard LED technology with 100 lumens of light that illuminates objects up to 40 meters away with a red light for night vision mode
[DURABLE CONSTRUCTION]: This High-performance headlamp features a Rugged yet lightweight LED design and is impact resistant up to 1 meter for reliable use- headlamp does not pivot or rotate

Bestseller No. 6

PREPARED4X Emergency Poncho with Mylar Blanket Liner – Heavy Duty, Waterproof, Wind-Resistant Green Rain Poncho for Outdoors, Camping, and Car Emergency Kits - Thermal Poncho - 4 Pack (Orange)

Reliable Rain & Wind Protection – Stay dry and warm in any storm with our waterproof and wind-resistant emergency rain ponchos for adults, expertly designed to provide superior rain protection...
Compact Yet Spacious Fit – Designed to fit over most backpacks, this mylar poncho allows you to carry essentials hands-free while keeping both you and your gear dry, perfect for hiking and survival...
Advanced Heat Retention – Reflective mylar lining traps 90% of body heat, making this poncho a crucial survival tool for unexpected cold, especially in harsh outdoor conditions or while awaiting...
Lightweight & Durable – Double the thickness of standard emergency blankets, this NASA-engineered survival poncho resists tearing from branches or rough surfaces, ensuring it withstands rugged use...
Easily Packable & Reusable – The emergency ponchos with hood adult folds down small for convenient storage in backpacks or car kits. Keep a set in your vehicle or emergency bag for reliable,...

Bestseller No. 7

Auto NOAA Emergency Weather Radio, Solar Hand Crank Radio,Portable Battery Operated Emergency Radio with AM FM Shortwave,USB Charger,LED Flashlight,Clock, SOS Alert for Home Outdoors Camping Survival

【Auto Scan NOAA Weather Alert & AM/FM/SW Radio Play】Upgraded from the CR1009 Version, this CR1009pro 𝗡𝗢𝗔𝗔 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼 can get quick access to your...
【All-in-One Portable Radio with LED Flashlight/Reading Lamp】it is not only a 𝗯𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼, but also an all-in-one...
【5 Power Sources-Long Runtime】This solar crank radio is ready and save your life in emergency.Built-in 5000 rechargeable battery, the Emergency Radio is easily recharged by solar/hand crank/power...
【Versatile for Emergency】Thanks to its 5000 large capacity built-in battery, the 𝗔𝗠 𝗙𝗠 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼 can charge more than one cellphone for important calls or texts. The side...
【LCD Digital Screen/Intuitive Digital Tuner/More Sweet details】The LCD backlight screen shows the time, frequency, battery level, alert/lock icons, very intuitive to operate, no need to tolerate...

Bestseller No. 8

LED Camping Lantern, Consciot Battery Powered Camping Lights, 1000LM, 4 Light Modes, IPX4 Waterproof Tent Lights, Portable Flashlight for Power Outages, Emergency, Hurricane, Hiking, 2-Pack

Ultra Bright - The 360° glow of up to 1000 lumens will illuminate your space. The translucent reflector cover allows the light to pass through to a maximum, providing sufficient brightness for home...
4 Lighting Modes & Dimmable - Short press the button to set the desired light mode: cool white, warm white, combined white, strobe mode. Holding down the button to have a smooth stepless dimming
Long Lasting - 3 D-cell batteries required(not included). The energy-efficient camping lamp consumes little energy, making the power supply to last a long time. Even on the 1000LM brightness settings,...
IPX4 Water Resistant - IPX4 levels of protection, free from water splashes. Crafted with anti-slip rubber and shockproof materials, our flashlight lantern is of high strength to withstand rainy...
Two Way Hanging Hooks & Removable Cap - With built-in handle on top for carrying and recessed hook on the bottom to be hung upside down. With the diffuser removed, our led lantern can also become a...

Bestseller No. 9

Solar Charger, 20000mAh Portable Outdoor Waterproof Solar Power Bank, Camping External Backup Battery Pack Dual 5V USB Ports Output, 2 Led Light Flashlight with Compass (Orange)

High-Quality Portable Solar Charger - water-resistant, shock-resistant and dustproof solar phone charger, featured with carabiner, compass, and 2LED flashlight. Solar power bank provides more...
Two Charging Way - External battery charger with solar panel can recharge by solar or outlet. Compatible with your iPhone, Samsung, HTC, Nexus, Go-pro Camera, Tablets and other USB devices. More than...
Dual USB and Powerful LED Light - It makes it easy to charge two smartphones simultaneously or a tablet at full speed. 2 led lights can be used as flashlight with Steady-SOS-Strobe mode. Five pilot...
Safety for Use - Made of eco-friendly silicone rubber and ABS PC material. CE, FCC, RoHS certified, reliable and durable. Solar charging is a charging way for emergency use, and solar panel charging...
Best Warranty for Solar Phone Charger - 12 months Warranty, 24h online after-sales service, Friendly replace policy. We take pride in the quality of our products. Any related issues are guaranteed...

Bestseller No. 10

Etekcity Camping Lanterns for Power Outages 4 Pack, Flashlight for Camping Essentials, Emergency Led Battery Operated Lights, Survival Kit and Gear for Hurricane, Black

𝑩𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 & 𝑫𝒊𝒎𝒎𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆: Equipped with 30 bright LED bulbs, this lantern can get as bright as 154 lumens with a 360° lighting effect to dispel the darkness during...
𝑪𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕 & 𝑳𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒘𝒆𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕: With its collapsible design, the lantern is portable like a smartphone which makes it an ideal camping gear and it's...
𝑬𝒂𝒔𝒚 𝒕𝒐 𝑼𝒔𝒆: Simply collapse or expand the lantern turn it on/off. You can also control the amount of light emmitted by adjusting the height of the lantern for any occasion
𝑳𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑳𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: Powered by 3 well-charged AA batteries, this lantern provides up to 50 hours of bright light as hurricane preparation items
𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 & 𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕: This LED lantern is constructed with strengthened ABS material which provides it the capability to survive...

Bestseller No. 11

Collapsible Portable LED Camping Lantern XTAUTO Lightweight Waterproof Solar USB Rechargeable LED Flashlight Survival Kits for Indoor Outdoor Home Emergency Light Power Outages Hiking Hurricane 4-Pack

【360° Lighting Coverage】Adopts 6+1 high-intensity LED chips, energy efficient/with wide range of visibility. Doubles as both a lantern & as a flashlight, adjust the brightness by how high up you...
【Lightweight & Portable】Collapsible design, as small as a phone when collapsed, easy to carry. With folding handle, can be hang it on tents or tree, free your hands. The extremely lightweight...
【Durable & Waterproof】Made of high quality ABS material, ensures a long-time durability and water resistant, heat-resistant, freeze resistant, trouble-free in tough environment. More than 25 hours...
【Two Charging Methods】Built-in 1600mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery, the upgrade led lantern with two charging methods: Solar charging and USB Charging. Automatic power-off protection, Don't worry...
【Multipurpose Use】A necessary Survival Equipment for outdoor activities, great kit for camping, hiking, fishing, hunting or night walking. A perfect emergency lights for home power failure in the...

Storms are an unavoidable part of life in Florida, but being prepared can make all the difference. Following these tips can ensure a safer and more efficient clean-up process. Preparation starts before the storm hits, and knowing when to seek professional help is crucial. Stay safe, stay prepared, and take proactive steps to protect your home and family.

Useful Links

Edtior's Picks

Latest Articles