{"id":5468,"date":"2025-10-28T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-28T18:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/?p=5468"},"modified":"2025-10-28T11:24:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T18:24:27","slug":"hurricane","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/hurricane\/","title":{"rendered":"Hurricane Safety for Landlords and Renters"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hurricane-Safety-for-Landlords-and-Renters-1.jpg\" alt=\"Hurricane Safety for Landlords and Renters\" class=\"wp-image-19925\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hurricane-Safety-for-Landlords-and-Renters-1.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hurricane-Safety-for-Landlords-and-Renters-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hurricane-Safety-for-Landlords-and-Renters-1-600x352.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Hurricane-Safety-for-Landlords-and-Renters-1-768x451.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>With hurricane season here, what can landlords and property managers do to protect tenants and properties in the future? These tips can help landlords and managers understand some essential and basic steps to take if a hurricane is approaching your rental property.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Current updates about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/weather\/live-news\/hurricane-melissa-jamaica-landfall-monday-climate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hurricane Melissa<\/a> are an important reminder that hurricane season is upon us. Property managers and landlords in hurricane zones have the added responsibility of ensuring the safety of their tenants and properties. While it is not necessarily a landlord\u2019s job to hold their renters\u2019 hands through every scary situation, ensuring that your tenants are prepared for a hurricane will also ensure that steps are taken to protect the property you manage or own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a storm approaching, it is time to reach out to your renters to remind them of certain hurricane preparedness measures.&nbsp; While you might be an expert on how to deal with hurricanes or any other natural disaster common in the area, your tenants might not have the same experience. Additionally, renters will be looking to management for updates on lost power, water, and other utilities. And you will play a vital role in helping your tenants assess any property damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some basic steps to take when you are a property manager or a landlord and a hurricane is approaching your rental properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-check-in-with-your-tenants-nbsp\">Check in with Your Tenants:&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A phone call, text, or email with a simple message that says, \u201cJust wanted to check in. Stay safe in the storm and let me know if you need anything,\u201d is a great start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prepare-your-properties-nbsp\">Prepare Your Properties:&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remind your tenants of regular procedures for hurricane preparedness to protect the property.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Secure outside fixtures or bring them indoors (grills, patio furniture, potted plants)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove window AC units<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install hurricane shutters if necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear gutters and storm drains to ensure they are working properly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prepare-your-tenants-nbsp\">Prepare Your Tenants:&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remind your tenants that water, utilities, and power may be impacted or shut off as a result of the storm and that they may have to stay indoors without access to food or other resources for a few days. Direct your renters to follow the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nhc.noaa.gov\/prepare\/ready.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Hurricane Center\u2019s emergency preparedness guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nhc.noaa.gov\/prepare\/ready.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The National Hurricane Center<\/a> emphasizes that the two keys to weather safety are to prepare for the risks and to act on those preparations when alerted by emergency officials. These are essential pieces to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weather.gov\/wrn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Weather-Ready Nation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fema.gov\/news-release\/2018\/08\/16\/proper-emergency-kit-essential-hurricane-preparedness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">emergency kit<\/a> with essential supplies you would need for a minimum of 72 hours after a disaster.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Back up all computer files on a cloud-based network storage solution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take <a href=\"http:\/\/publicsafety.med.miami.edu\/documents\/Photo_Documentation.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pictures<\/a> of your home, including high-value assets and workspace, before any impacts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review your emergency plan with your family and friends about how to contact each other and where to reconnect should disaster strike when you are not together<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prepare-an-emergency-supply-kit-nbsp\">Prepare an Emergency Supply Kit:&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Share with your tenants that a basic emergency supply kit (according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ready.Gov<\/a>) should include the following recommended items:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/water\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Water<\/a>: one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/food\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Food<\/a>, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Battery-powered or hand-crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flashlight and extra batteries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First aid kit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whistle to signal for help<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dust mask to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting, and duct tape to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/evacuating-yourself-and-your-family\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shelter-in-place<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties for personal sanitation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wrench or pliers to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/safety-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">turn off utilities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manual can opener for food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local maps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cell phone with chargers, inverter, or solar charger<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, FEMA recommends that everyone gather important documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification, and bank account records to store in a waterproof container, as well as extra cash or traveler\u2019s checks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-prepare-your-records-nbsp\">Prepare Your Records:&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make copies of all property records and important information to share with your insurance agent should a claim need to be filed. Download all your computer files to the cloud for backup storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This article was originally published in September 2019 and has since been updated.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Share your suggestions or stories about dealing with rental properties during a hurricane \u2013 the communities would love to hear from you in the comments!&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-related-reading-for-you\">Related Reading For You:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/5-small-maintenance-tasks-that-landlords-cant-overlook\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 Small Maintenance Tasks That Landlords Can\u2019t Overlook<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/safety-preparedness-tips-for-landlords-and-property-managers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Safety Preparedness Tips for Landlords and Property Managers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/disasters-and-renters-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What You Need to Know About Natural Disasters and Renters Insurance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With hurricane season here, what can landlords and property managers do to protect tenants and properties in the future? 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