Cheryl Nightingale - Monarch Realty Group, LLC

Whether you live in a flood, hurricane, or tornado zone, you want to make sure your Bourne home is ready to stand up to whatever mother nature can hurl its way. The best time to storm-proof your home is before severe weather strikes and well in advance of warnings of imminent weather.   Here's what to focus on to keep your Cataumet home safe and strong: 1) Check your roof, gutters, and downspouts.  Your entire roofing and drainage system's goal is to direct water as far away from your home as possible. Twice a year, check and clean gutters of any debris and test your downspouts to make sure water is flowing easily and there are no blockages. You can test your downspouts while it's raining, or use a garden hose to make sure water is coming out as it should. Inspect your roof for any weak spots. Even with an untrained eye, you'll be able to easily spot obvious worn out areas like missing shingles, popped nails, or any warping. If you spot any obvious concern...