- November 2, 2019
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When a severe storm or hurricane is approaching, there are steps one can take to help protect their patio enclosure or pool enclosure from damage. Of course, there is nothing that can be done that will guarantee with absolute certainty that a Brevard County screen enclosure won’t sustain damage during severe weather. But, there are proactive ways to lessen the likelihood of damage.
Keep Foliage Trimmed | Pool Enclosures in Cocoa, FL
It is helpful to keep any trees or bushes surrounding the enclosure well-trimmed. Cut down any broken or loose branches and twigs. Those can easily become air-born objects during a storm. If there are large trees like palm trees in the yard, make sure they are well-maintained. Large branches or palm fronds will have a greater chance of causing damage if they are propelled through the screens.
Move Potted Plants Indoors | Screened In Porch in Palm Bay, FL
If there are any potted plants inside the screen enclosure, move them indoors. Not only can they get blown into the screens, causing damage, but the high salt content in the air during hurricanes (especially for those living near the ocean) can damage many plants. Bringing the potted plants inside will give them a better chance of surviving the storm.
Secure Deck Furniture | Pool Screen Repair in Melbourne, FL
Secure all lounge chairs and any other outdoor furniture, such as patio tables and chairs, prior to a storm. If possible, put them in a garage or shed, or bring them inside. It may not be convenient, but it is better than leaving them outside to be blown into pool screens, causing damage.
Store Pool Toys | Aluminum Porch Enclosures in Brevard County
Remove all pool toys from the pool if they are floating freely. They should be secured in a bin, a shed, or the garage. These will not likely cause damage if they are inflatable, but it is possible since they may have sharp edges and anything flying at a high velocity can cause damage. Also, if the screen does get torn away by the storm, those pool toys will blow away, never to be seen again, which will make for some unhappy little swimmers once the storm subsides!
Basically, make the interior of the screen enclosure as bare as possible prior to a storm and clear away the area surrounding the enclosure as best as possible, as well. The fewer loose items in the yard, the more likely it is that the screen enclosure will withstand the storm.
In the event that the patio enclosure or pool enclosure sustains damage, please call Tripod Aluminum. They are located in Melbourne, Florida and serve Cocoa, Merritt Island, Palm Bay, Satellite Beach, and the neighboring towns. They specialize in patio enclosures, pool enclosures, and screen repairs and have been in business for over twenty years. It is discouraging when screens get damaged, but the team at Tripod Aluminum will have them repaired and looking like new so that Brevard County residents can get back to enjoying their outside spaces as quickly as possible.
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