Begin by walking your property to identify loose or unsecured items:

• Patio furniture, potted plants, and garden statues should be moved indoors or lashed down.
• Lightweight décor—wind chimes, birdbaths, umbrellas—can become dangerous projectiles; store them in a garage or shed.
• Check retaining walls, stone borders, and walkways for cracks or loose stones; repair small issues now to prevent wash‑outs later.

Overgrown branches are a leading cause of storm damage:

• Trim dead, diseased, or weak limbs from trees near your house, fences, and power lines.
• Keep large trees at least 10–15 feet from structures to reduce the risk of collapse.
• Thin dense foliage in hedges and shrubs to allow wind to pass through, reducing the chance of uprooting.

Blocked gutters and drains lead to water pooling around foundations:

• Remove leaves, pine needles, and debris from gutters and downspouts.
• Ensure downspouts direct water at least 5 feet away from your home’s base.
• Inspect swales, French drains, and storm‑water trenches; clear any sediment or blockages to maintain proper flow.

Delicate plants and new installations need extra care:

• Stake young trees and heavy shrubs with two or three anchors to stabilize root balls.
• Wrap sensitive palms and ornamentals with breathable fabric or burlap to minimize frond damage.
• Move potted plants under cover or line them up against a sturdy wall to shield them from wind and rain.

Prevent broken pipes and waterlogging:

• Turn off your irrigation controller at least 48 hours before a forecasted storm.
• Blow out sprinkler lines with compressed air or manually open drain valves to empty standing water.
• Cap off above‑ground drip emitters to avoid clogged lines when service resumes.

Having the right tools on hand speeds post‑storm recovery:

• Keep a heavy‑duty tarp, ratchet straps, and bungee cords for temporary coverings.
• Store pruning shears, loppers, and a sturdy rake in an easily accessible spot.
• Include trash bags, work gloves, and a wheelbarrow for debris removal.

If your yard has large trees close to structures, complex irrigation systems, or extensive hardscape that needs reinforcement, AllStarr Rands Landscaping offers full‑service hurricane prep across Deltona, Sanford, Lake Mary, and all of Volusia & Seminole Counties. Our licensed and insured crews handle pruning, drainage maintenance, and securement of landscape elements—so you can focus on family and safety.

Call now for a free design consultation: (407) 627‑9203

Or email: allstarrrandsllc@gmail.com

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