Meteorologists are predicting that this year's winter may bring the strongest El Niño on record, As with past El Niño years, this means we're likely in for a lot of rain.We're all eager to see the rain again, but if you're not prepared , your home may be at risk when the storms come. Here are a few things to consider taking care of now, while it's still dry.
- Trim any trees or plants with overgrown branches, or that sit very close to the house. Storms may cause branches to break and fall, potentially harming your home.
- Check your roof. Find areas of damage and fix them now, before water begins to leak into your house.
- Clear out your gutters. There's probably a lot of leaves and detritus gathering in there. Clear them out so the water can flow.
- Waterproof your windows. Check the sills to see if they need to be re-sealed or caulked, and check the seals on the windows themselves.