Monsoons are a few months away, and that means that preparing your property is a necessity. Trimming your trees, inspecting your home’s foundation, and checking your roof are important ways to keep your home protected during the violent monsoons. Read on to learn more about how to protect your property this summer.
Prepare Your Trees
A significant portion of property control during monsoon season depends on how well your trees are prepared. Ensure that all of your trees—whether they are located near your home or not—are well-trimmed and free of any damages. If your trees have excessively long branches that hang over or near your house, then ask your landscaper to cut them back. This will prevent branches from breaking off during the heavy winds and potentially falling on your house. Tie down small trees or saplings to a stake to prevent them uprooting during the monsoons.
Inspect Your Foundation
You should inspect your foundation regularly to ensure there are no cracks or damages. However, it is crucial to inspect your foundation and surrounding property throughout monsoon season. If your foundation has any cracks, then it will be susceptible to leaks or further weakening during monsoon season. You can also prevent potential water damage by inspecting the soil and irrigation near your house. If there are dips in the ground near your house, then speak with your landscaper about corrective measures. These dips could cause water to pool near your foundation and cause future flooding.
Examine Your Roof
Check your roof after a monsoon, because there could be broken tiles, tree branches, or pools of water. Broken tiles and pools of water should be inspected by a qualified roofer right away to prevent damage to the roof and attic. If you notice tree branches, then consult with your landscaper about any nearby trees that may need to be trimmed.
Complete Landscaping can help you prepare your trees and yard for the coming monsoons in Tucson, AZ. Please visit us online and call us at (520) 323-8918 for more information.