A home check after summer can help you spot repairs and plan ahead. Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30, so late fall still calls for attention to weather alerts. Use this Boca Raton and Delray Beach checklist when conditions are safe, and bring in qualified professionals for roof, electrical and tree work you cannot safely assess yourself.
Roof and Exterior
From a safe ground-level position, look for loose, cracked or missing tiles or shingles. Have a qualified roofer inspect areas you cannot assess safely.
Ask the roofer to check flashing around chimneys, vents and skylights.
Have gutters and downspouts cleared and check that water drains away from the house.
Look for cracks in exterior paint or stucco that could let water in.
Windows, Doors and Shutters
Check that impact windows and doors operate smoothly and that their seals are intact.
Count shutter panels and hardware, and label the panels by window so the next installation is easier.
Maintain accordion or roll-down shutters according to the manufacturer’s instructions, including lubrication where recommended.
Trees and Landscaping
Have a certified arborist assess large trees, especially near the roof. Work near power lines belongs to qualified line-clearing professionals; contact the utility for guidance.
Arrange appropriate palm trimming and removal of coconuts and dead fronds that could become windborne debris.
Check that yard drains and swales are clear.
Systems and Backup Power
Arrange generator service and transfer-switch testing by qualified professionals. Portable generators must run outdoors, at least 20 feet from buildings, with exhaust directed away from doors, windows and vents. Never run one in a garage or other enclosed space, even with doors open.
Have sump pumps and any backflow devices checked.
Schedule AC service after the long summer.
Paperwork
Before renewal, review homeowners, wind and flood coverage and deductibles with your insurance professional.
Bring your home inventory up to date with photos or video.
Keep important documents in a waterproof container or securely stored digital copies.
Thinking About Selling Next Year?
Roof condition, impact windows and a recent wind mitigation report also matter to buyers and their insurers. If a sale is on next year’s calendar, fall gives you time to identify work and gather the paperwork. Call or text me at 561-888-3115, or get a home value estimate.
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