Hurricane Preparation Management Plan

Efficient Hurricane Prep and Cleanup

Get ahead of potential hurricane damage with a preparation management plan from Potter’s Lawn & Landscaping. Planning ahead of a storm can mean less damage to clean up after the hurricane has passed. 

Our proactive plans are prepared long before there’s any storm threat. We tailor each plan according to the needs of you and your property. Your plan will outline pre-storm season preparedness, how to mitigate any damage, and then how a storm will be handled from the watch phase through cleanup. 

A hurricane management plan saves time and money. It allows us to mobilize quickly and work with you as a team. We have all the tools required for cost-effective and streamlined cleanup.

Hurricane season in Florida begins June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. Though we hope for a quiet season each year, it is important to take steps to prepare your home and yard for a hurricane. Good preparation can help minimize damage if a storm does arrive! Keep these tips in mind as you prepare for possible hurricanes:

• Prune shrubs and bushes away from the house. Branches that are too long can damage the siding.
• Make sure all tree limbs and palm fronds are trimmed high and away from the house. Prune low-hanging limbs that could damage shingles or siding and remove any dead limbs that could fly off in the heavy wind.
• Mow the lawn! Shorter grass will not accumulate as much debris as longer, more overgrown yards.
• Clean up debris or miscellaneous items from the yard. When winds begin to pick up, it will help minimize flying objects that could hit your home.
• Stake any plants or trees that are top heavy such as standard bottle brush or standard cassia as well as any topiaries.
• Remove yard decors such as pottery, trellises, yard art, swings, and lawn furniture, if possible. Otherwise, secure or anchor down these items with sandbags, bungee cords, etc. in preparation for high winds.
• Wait until after storm season to replace mulch as it can wash away with heavy rains. Pine straw can be placed around the beds to help keep bark mulch in place as much as possible.
• Make sure all drainage lines are clear. Clean out gutters and storm drains so that they can work properly. Check gutters to ensure that they are securely attached to the house and can direct water away from the foundation.
• If there is a hurricane near, turn off all irrigation systems. Although most systems have a rain shut-off device, do not depend on this trigger during/after a hurricane. This shut-off device will dry out more quickly than the soil and allow irrigation to resume when the soil is still saturated. Heavy rains can bring significant amounts of water, causing roots to loosen and trees to fall. Too much water can also lead to disease problems for grass, plants, and trees. After the storm, allow your yard to dry out for 3-4 days before turning on the irrigation system.
• Always know where your water main is located and how to turn it off in an emergency. If there is a special tool needed to turn off, be sure to pick up that item now.

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