For the past several years, climate change has been a hot topic throughout the United States. This refers to the long-term changes and shifts associated with weather patterns and temperatures. Climate change has been found to affect our health, our ability to grow food, our work, our safety, and now, our housing.
As a homeowner, you should know and understand exactly how climate change is capable of threatening your home. In this guide, we will explain just that.
Wildfires
The first way that climate change threatens your home is from the damage that occurs with the smoke and the flames that are in wildfires. Each year, it has been estimated that Georgia experiences approximately 3,500 wildfires. This often impacts the forested acres that are located throughout the state. In some instances, these fires occur near areas that are populated.
Temperatures continue to rise and this makes droughts more common. As droughts abound, the risk for wildfires increases. To avoid this danger, install non-combustible roofs, avoid placing tinder-types of siding on the home, and ensure that your homeowner’s insurance policy provides coverage for events related to fires. All of this will help in lowering the risk of devastation for your home.
Tropical Storms and Hurricanes
Georgia is known for having a tremendous amount of coastal land. Altogether, there are about 100 miles of coastline and a total of 14 barrier islands. Climate change is now increasing the strength and the overall intensity of tropical storms and hurricanes and the rain and wind that accompanies these storms are quite ferocious. Melting glaciers are increasing the sea level and resulting in more surge along the coast.
To protect your home from the storms that stem from climate change, you should ensure that you install high impact windows, have vinyl siding installed on the home because of its ability to stand up against moisture, and ensure that your homeowner’s insurance covers against wind, rain, and flooding. All of this will prove to be highly beneficial in protecting your home and covering any losses that occur as a result of a tropical storm or a hurricane.
Increased Temperatures
Climate change is causing the hot temperatures to arrive earlier and last longer. This results in increased air conditioning usage. This results in higher levels of moisture throughout the home. That means that your home will become more susceptible to mold, mildew, and moisture damage. You should take steps to increase the energy efficiency of the home, such as installing fan systems, placing shade trees on the property, and other measures that aid in extending solar protection – such as installing energy efficient vinyl siding on the home.
We Can Help
We here at Southern Industries Home Improvements can assist you with home improvement projects that help offset the threat of climate change. Examples include installing an efficient gutter system, replacing your home’s windows with high impact windows, and even installing vinyl siding on the structure. Contact us today to learn about strategies that can keep your home strong, despite climate change. Be sure to inquire about our low-cost installation special while discussing your needs with one of our home improvement specialists. Call us at (833) 240-4900