The Outside of Your Beach House
There are a lot of great things about living at the beach but it’s not all sun and sand and adt alarm services. The outside of your beach house needs special care and we’ve got the tips to get you started. Think of it as a jumping off point.
Protect From Saltwater – One of the biggest hazards to beachfront homes is the effect that salt air has on them over time. If you’ve got aluminum siding you’ll probably want to replace it and if you’re thinking of repainting you want to pick something with a hard sealant to protect against seepage.
Hurricane Fortification – Odds are that if you live at or near the beach you’re somewhat susceptible to hurricanes so act now to prevent damage later. Invest in sturdy hurricane shutters for the windows and look into flood coverage if you’re at or below sea level.
Solar Power – The beach is a great place to get started with solar energy and your house is a good guinea pig! Install solar panels on the roof and watch your energy bill plummetnot to mention your carbon footprint.