El Niño Precautions


The Miller Law Firm consulted with a Construction Specialist in order to prepare a comprehensive list of recommendations for homeowners in rain and flood prone areas. The following information will provide homeowners with a guide to preparing their homes and property for the predicted El Niņo severe winter weather conditions.

Signs of El Niño:

1. High Winds

2. Heavy Rains

3. Flooding

4. Power Outages

5. Road Closures

6. High Surf

Items to Have on Hand For Repairs:

1. Tarps (12X12 Blue Vinyl)

2. Rope: to secure tarps

3. Henry's Roof Patch

4. Buckets

5. Sand Bags

6. Flashlight/Candles

7. Bottled Water

8. Food

9. Extension Ladders for Roof Access

 

Storage Facilities for Materials, including sand for sand bags

 

Who to Contact: Possible Roofing Consultants in the Orange County area are:

 

Orange Coast Building Services, Inc.: (714) 998-8051

Classic Roofing: (714) 476-8596

Pacific Coast Weatherproofing: (714) 548-9969

How to Prepare for El Niño:

1. Have your roof inspected by a Licensed Roofing Contractor

2. Clean out gutters and downspouts

3. Clean debris from roofs

4. Seal pipe penetrations in the roof

5. Seal openings in Stucco or wood trim on doors and windows

If Involved In a Construction Defect Law Suit:

1. Photo/Video all damage inside the unit or home

2. Photo/Video all active leaks as they occur

3. Contact the Homeowners Association Property Manager to report leaks

4. DO NOT attempt repairs as this would spoil evidence

5. Use whatever means available to protect the property.

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