How to Weather-Proof Your Home Without Sacrificing Style

When it comes to house makeovers, what usually comes to your mind? Adding new furniture? How about painting? Maybe even some plants? But do you ever think about the weather? Well, as you probably already know, extreme weather loves to show up uninvited. One minute, it’s blue skies and sunny afternoons, the next it’s wind howling like a horror movie soundtrack. The house rattles, the garden furniture does a disappearing act, and suddenly “home sweet home” feels like a bit of a sitting duck.

Unfortunately, it seems like the weather is getting moodier every year, like storms, heatwaves, deep freezes, and yeah, it’s all part of the fun now. But making a house weather-ready doesn’t mean turning it into a concrete bunker. It’s totally possible to stormproof a home and still keep it looking sharp.

Don’t Skip the Roof Check

Okay, so for starters, the roof is basically your home’s helmet, and nobody wants to find out it’s cracked mid-storm. Seriously, a quick look from the ground isn’t enough. You really need to get a proper inspection and make sure there are no loose tiles or sneaky leaks waiting to turn into indoor waterfalls.

Actually, you’re better off choosing shingles or materials that can take a beating and still look polished (and not all roof tiles can do it. But yeah, you guessed it, a strong, secure roof keeps the house standing tall through wind, rain, or that heavy snow nobody asked for (just be sure to look into a roofer who can help).

Consider the Drainage

Rain loves to test patience, especially when water starts pooling around the house like it’s thinking about moving in. It can’t be stressed enough that proper drainage is key here. So, you’ll need to clear out clogged gutters, make sure downspouts are sending water far away from the foundation, and check that garden beds or pathways aren’t accidentally funneling water toward the house. 

Besides, solid drainage just makes properties look way better, and it looks tidier, prevents that muddy chaos during storms, and protects the home’s structure from turning soggy when the skies open up (no one likes a muddy mess)

Consider Windows that Do More than Look Pretty

Yes, this is such a major one! So, old, rattly windows might add character, but they’re also the first place drafts and rain like to sneak in. When it comes to bad weather, especially extreme weather (such as something like tree branches flying into your window) 

So, replacing them with modern options helps keep out wind, water, and noise, without sacrificing style. In all honestly, you’re better off just going ahead and looking into replacement windows right now before any extreme weather hits. You don’t need emergency replacements (which are expensive and stressful), and you’re also making your home more energy efficient.

Secure the Outdoor Extras

As you might have already guessed, storms love to turn plant pots, bins, and patio furniture into makeshift projectiles. So, giving the garden and patio a once-over before bad weather rolls in is a simple fix. It can’t be stressed enough that you need to tie things down, move them to sheltered spots, and anchor anything that could decide to take flight. 

Some people only get patio furniture out when they’re using it that day (which keeps it in good condition,) and when it comes to plants, try to get heavy terracotta pots.

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