Storm Damage Is Expensive. Here’s How to Prepare Your Home Before the Forecast Turns Ugly

The Forecast Isn’t the Problem. Being Unprepared Is.

We all do it: hear the weather warning, panic a little, and start scrambling to move patio furniture, find the flashlight, and hope for the best.

But here’s the truth: most storm damage is preventable — or at least manageable — with a little foresight.

It’s not about being perfect. It’s about being prepared.

And that’s exactly why we built HomeLedger.

🌩️ What Storms Can Wreck — and How to Prevent It

Here’s what storms most often damage — and how you can stay ahead of the mess:

1. Roof + Gutters

Loose shingles and clogged gutters = water damage waiting to happen.
✔️ Check before the storm, not after.

2. Basement or Crawlspace

Blocked downspouts and grading issues lead to flooding.
✔️ Extend downspouts and confirm sump pumps are working.

3. Outdoor Furniture + Fixtures

Flying objects cause serious damage.
✔️ Secure, cover, or store anything that isn’t anchored.

4. Power Systems + Sump Pumps

Outages + flooding? Bad combo.
✔️ Test backup systems and document battery life and service history.

🧠 Don’t Just Prep — Track It

The real value isn’t just prepping for this storm — it’s having a system that helps you learn, improve, and stay ready year after year.

With HomeLedger, you can:
✅ Track every storm-related repair
✅ Store insurance claim docs and before/after photos
✅ Log sump pump tests and gutter cleanings
✅ Build a permanent record of how your home holds up

👉 Don’t gamble with your home’s future.

Start using HomeLedger to stay prepared — and protected — before the next storm hits