Weather
Storm prep for absentee home owners
How owners can prepare a home when they may not be nearby.
Short answer
Absentee storm prep should focus on pre-arranged contacts, exterior items, water intrusion checks, power/outage plans, documentation, and post-storm inspection.
Checklist
- Assign a local contact before storm season.
- Document outdoor items and vulnerable areas.
- Know who can check after a storm.
- Save photos and maintenance records.
Absentee Home Owner Operations Pack
Use the absentee storm prep worksheet.
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