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Hurricane Straps, Clips, & Anchor Bolts
Your home's ability to resist the extreme force of wind is only as strong as its weakest link, so the only sure way to create ... |
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Hurricane Watch and Warning
Hurricane Watch - A hurricane watch means residents in a designated coastal area could experience hurricane conditions within ... |
 
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Hurricane-Resistant Garage Doors
Ernie Hutto from DAB Garage Doors explains that the garage door is the largest opening into any home. Hurricane winds can ... |
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Hurricane-Resistant Roof Tiles
Bart Cox of Hanson Roof Tile and Dave Peck of D. Peck Roofing explain the roof covering system to Bob as they tour the Punta ... |
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If You Evacuate
Evacuate immediately if authorities tell you to do so. Listen to your battery-powered radio and follow the instructions of ... |
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Impact-Resistant Windows and PGT Factory Tour
Bob is at PGT Industries in Venice, Florida, for a visit with Dave Olmstead, the code compliance officer for PGT Industries, ... |
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Improved Building Practice for Storm-Ready Homes
Bob congratulates the Mercedes crew — Scott Buescher, Mike Morris, and Jesse Gonzalez — on the rapid construction of this ... |
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Inspecting the Steel Reinforcements before the Concrete Pour
Bob talks with Randy Cole, from the City of Punta Gorda, who is on site to inspect the steel work before the concrete is ... |
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Installing an Impact-Resistant Front Door
Bob is back at the Punta Gorda, Florida, storm-ready house for the installation of the hurricane-resistant front door. Jesse ... |
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Installing Impact-Resistant Sliding Glass Doors
Bob joins Scott Renfroe from Great Southern Windows for the installation of nine foot by eight foot sliding patio doors. Like ... |
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Installing Impact-Resistant Windows
Aaron Renfroe from Great Southern Windows installs the PGT WinGuard windows as Bob looks on. He first applies a thick bead of ... |
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Interactive Shutter Tool
Homeowners can select from either the easy link or comprehensive tool to get an approximate cost. Please note that all costs ... |
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Keeping Food Safe
It's important to be aware that food that has not been refrigerated can cause severe health problems.
Remember ... |
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Landscaping Safety
Take a look around your home. The landscaping can be attractive but is it as safe as it can be in the event of a natural ... |
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Making a Sand-Bag Barrier
Sandbags can be useful in redirecting storm water and debris flows away from your home. But be sure that the sandbags are ... |
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Manufacturing Impact-Resistant Windows
Bob continues his tour of the PGT window factory in Venice, Florida. Dave Olmstead shows Bob a standard aluminum window with a ... |
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Metal Roofing
When roofing your house, consider using a metal roof. Available in a variety of colors and styles, metal roofing is made of ... |
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Metal Roofing Shingles
Metal roofing has long been associated with agricultural and industrial buildings; but these days, new sytems designed for ... |
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Mobile and Manufactured Homes
Manufactured homeowners can be vulnerable to the threats of high winds from severe storms, tornadoes or a hurricane. Use the ... |
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NOAA Weather Radio
Quickly changing weather demands careful attention. Keep your family safe by staying tuned to NOAA weather radio—it provides ... |
