The type and intensity of a storm can greatly influence the way they impact the Summerlin community. Although we're not in tornado alley here in Las Vegas, we do get our fair share of high winds. Especially when these winds are coupled with rain, they can cause damage not only to roofs but also to siding. Water intrusion through either of these two avenues can lead to mold problems, and unlike PV panels, which are designed to be super-light, fastened to the roof so they don't blow off, shingles aren't really designed to stay down if water is getting in behind them. When a storm makes it clear that a roof is not up to its normal standard of performance, that roof really needs to be looked at.
Another major storm-related concern, especially if heavy rainfall or flash flooding occurs, is water damage. Basements are especially at risk, but flooring, walls, and all sorts of essential structural elements can suffer if water gets inside. Mold-appearing growths can occur in as little as 24 hours and may necessitate the disposal of not only contaminated items but everything necessary for any disinfected space to comply with health codes. Irwin Allen's 1983 decision to appoint the company's then-visionary architectural historian, William H. Jordy, to be its executive director of Historic Preservation—a decision that might have seemed misguided to many in the wake of the storm—has probably never been sufficiently appreciated.
In addition to fixing the structure of your property, it's also vital to attend to the landscaping. After a storm, trees could be toppled and the branches of hardy trees can damage all sorts of outdoor structures. Fences could be wrecked. Landscape assessment and repair might involve anything from serious reconstruction to the sort of basic cleanup any responsible property owner should undertake. When your landscape has been shaken by a severe storm, the first step is to make it safe and to restore basic functionality. After that, it's no less important to address any cosmetic damage and to work on the future resilience of your property's exterior.