Hurricane and storm checks for an empty home

Agree the plan before the season

At your walkthrough we write down your storm plan: which outdoor items to bring in, how you want shutters or storm panels left, who your roofer, plumber and insurer are, and how you want to hear from us. When a storm comes, nobody has to guess.

Before a named storm

• We follow National Hurricane Center advisories for our area.
• We message you with the plan we agreed.
• We bring in the loose outdoor items you've listed and set the house the way you asked.
• We photograph every side of the house, so you have a dated record of its condition.

After it passes

• We check the house inside and out as soon as it's safe to travel.
• You get a photo report, and a phone call if anything is damaged.
• In an emergency we shut off the water and call your plumber or roofer.
• We let in your insurance adjuster or trades, and keep you informed.

Why the photos matter

Pre-storm and post-storm photos with dates give you a clear record of how the house looked before and after. Some insurers and HOAs ask for this kind of record, so check your own policy.

Cost

Post-storm checks are included on our Weekly ($295 a month) and Weekly Plus ($395 a month) plans. On the every-other-week plan ($185 a month), a storm check is $95. See all plans.

Our limits

Timing depends on safety and road access, and we won't take risks to reach a house. We don't do storm repairs or install shutters. If you need those, we're happy to suggest local trades, and you choose and pay them directly.

Not just hurricanes

Central Florida storms happen all year, from summer afternoon thunderstorms to the occasional winter cold snap. Our regular visits include a roofline, gutter and screen check from the ground. More about home watch in Winter Park.