Strong Winds Causing Property Damage in Aitkin?

9/9/2022 (Permalink)

We respond to storm damage emergencies 24-hours a day in Aitkin County.

Strong winds can cause serious damage to your home. Our Aitkin, Carlton, and West St. Louis Counties team offers these tips for Aitkin residents from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for preventing wind damage:

Trim or Remove Dead, Damaged, or Rotting Trees and Limbs

High winds can cause trees and branches to fall. Make sure any damaged trees on the property are trimmed or removed regularly. Your home should be at least a full-grown tree’s height away from the base of any tree, usually about 40 feet away.

Secure Fencing, Porches, Canopies, and Sheds

Have them inspected and make sure they are firmly attached and in sound structural condition. Secure any parts of fencing that appear weak or loose.

Seal Cracks and Gaps

Prevent wind or water from coming in. Make sure caulking around windows and doors is in good shape and not cracked, broken, or missing. Fill any holes or gaps around pipes or wires that enter your building with a waterproof sealant.

Secure Objects Outside the Home

Loose shingles, your dog’s house, trash cans, and sports equipment can be picked up by the wind and cause damage to your home—secure outdoor objects like furniture, gutters, and downspouts.

Call Us!

Our local team in Aitkin, Carlton, and West St. Louis Counties can help when your Aitkin home or business has storm damage. Call us today at 218-879-6141.

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