The charming town of Winchester with its historic architecture and beautiful scenery is not immune to the unpredictable storms that occasionally sweep through the area. Wind and rain in substantial amounts can cause damage to what's arguably the most vital part of a home—the roof. Wind damage can range from the very minor (loss of one or a few shingles) to the very serious (the roof is partially or totally blown off). Water can also find its way into the roof structure during a storm, especially if it is driving hard against the roof surface. Repairing a damaged roof is critical in preserving the integrity of the structure. Storm damage to a roof "exposes" the interior up to the top plate in the wall next to the roof to the same environment as the outside.
Another potential weak spot for a home during a storm is the windows and doors. If a storm can't blow a roof off (which it sometimes can!), then it will probably come pretty close to doing its best with windows and doors. And even if it isn't doing that, surely it is trying to hit those parts of the house with as much rain and wind as possible! Except for maybe the seams where roof panels meet, the windows and doors are the most vulnerable parts of a house to storm damage. That means taking the time to make sure yours are in good shape and reasonably reinforced is a good way to invest in peace of mind and, more importantly, the physical integrity of your home.
Your property is at risk when bad weather strikes, with storms being a leading cause of damage. According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2016, the top three storm-related causes of insurance claims were wind and hail, water ingress, and power outages. Depending on the strength of a storm, it can cause exterior elements to fail. The property damage can sometimes lead to the appearance (or even the creation) of an unsafe structure. We always talk about the importance of "curb appeal." Well, that's also a part of your place's overall value. You need the exterior components functioning healthily for the place to have any kind of structural integrity, as well as potential aesthetic value, since the look of the place is often tied directly to its value.