Believe it or not, it’s that time again! June 1 was the official start of hurricane season here in Florida. Following a very active 2024 hurricane season, we are all hoping for a quieter year. However, it is essential to be prepared, as we never know what each hurricane season has in store. For those of you with pool enclosures, you have a little extra prepping to do before a big storm. Prepping your pool enclosure can help you avoid potential damage, saving you time, money, and stress.
Pool enclosures are wonderful as they protect your pool from debris, keep out pests (bugs, not neighbors!), and offer UV protection, saving you money on pool chemicals and protecting your skin. However, pool enclosures are vulnerable during hurricanes. Heavy winds can carry large debris that can cause major damage to a pool enclosure. Not only can screens get torn, but the structure itself can be severely damaged.
This article will look at some key factors for prepping your pool enclosure for hurricane season. We will discuss the risks to your enclosure, the importance of inspecting your enclosure, reinforcing and securing the structure, preparing the surrounding area, what to do right before the storm, and what to do after the storm. It may sound like a lot, but following Tripod Aluminum’s simple steps will help protect your enclosure and hopefully save you time and money in the long run.
Understand the Risks
As mentioned above, high winds bring debris during hurricanes. Flying debris is the enemy of your pool enclosure. It can tear screens or rip them off completely. It can dent, bend, and break the structure. By preparing your enclosure before the storm, you may be able to prevent potential damage. Doing so can save you money on repairs or replacement.
While your enclosure may be covered by your homeowner’s insurance, it is better if it doesn’t sustain damage than if you have to file a claim. Unfortunately, Floridians are struggling significantly with the highest premiums for homeowner’s insurance in the United States, particularly those residents who live along the coastlines. Rates are high, and insurance companies often use a claim as an excuse to raise your rates even higher or to drop your insurance completely. It is frustrating, to say the least. So, prevention is the best way to go!
Inspect Your Pool Enclosure
Reinforce and Secure the Structure
If you are unsure about the structural integrity of your pool enclosure, then call Tripod Aluminum for an inspection. We will let you know if your pool enclosure’s structure or screening requires any repairs or reinforcement. If your pool enclosure is old, it may be time to replace it. If that is not in your budget, then we can do the necessary repairs to get it as storm-ready as possible, but we cannot guarantee it will withstand the storm.
Prepare the Surrounding Area
What To Do Right Before the Storm
What To Do Right After the Storm
Summary
Hurricanes in Florida are inevitable. You can do your best to prepare your home, yard, and pool enclosure for any incoming storm to sustain as little damage as possible. Inspect your pool enclosure to have any necessary repairs done prior to the storm to make your enclosure strong and secure. Store loose items, trim trees, and clean gutters to prepare your pool enclosure and the surrounding area. Shut off and secure the pool equipment. Take time and date-stamped photos before and after the storm for insurance purposes.
