Hurricane season home checklist for Jacksonville
A simple hurricane prep checklist for Jacksonville homes: what to do before June, before a storm, and after it passes.
Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. Jacksonville doesn't get hit often, but tropical storms bring wind, flooding and power outages almost every year. A little prep goes a long way.
Before the season
- Know your evacuation zone on the City of Jacksonville or your county's website
- Test smoke and CO alarms and swap batteries
- Pressure wash and clear gutters and drains so water flows away
- Photograph each room for insurance
- Check that patio furniture and grills can be stored quickly
When a storm is coming
- Bring in patio furniture, planters and anything that can blow around
- Charge phones, power banks and flashlights
- Move TVs and electronics away from windows
- Fill the car's tank and get cash
After it passes
- Stay clear of downed power lines and report them
- Photograph any damage before cleaning up
- Check for water around outlets and appliances before using them
Need help getting ready? Book a handyman hour and your pro will work through your list.
Related guides
New home move-in checklist for JacksonvilleMounting a TV on block or plaster wallsHow often should you pressure wash in Jacksonville?Video doorbells and cameras for Jacksonville homesWhat to expect when you book HomestallersHow much does TV mounting cost in Jacksonville?How high should you mount a TV?How to hide TV wires safelyHow much does furniture assembly cost in Jacksonville?