Hurricane Season Preparation Guide
Protecting Grand Strand homes and businesses before, during, and after hurricane season (June 1 — November 30).
Before Hurricane Season
📋 Pre-Storm Checklist
- ✓Schedule a pre-storm property inspection through our Maintenance Program
- ✓Check your insurance coverage — in South Carolina, wind and flood policies are often separate
- ✓Document your property with photos and video for insurance claims
- ✓Trim trees and secure loose outdoor items (furniture, grills, decorations)
- ✓Know your evacuation zone and route
- ✓Stock emergency supplies — water, batteries, first aid kit, important documents
- ✓Ensure sump pump is functioning properly
- ✓Clear gutters and downspouts of all debris
- ✓Reinforce garage doors and windows
- ✓Know where your water main shutoff is located
During a Hurricane
⚠️ Stay Safe During the Storm
- !Follow evacuation orders immediately
- !If sheltering in place, stay in an interior room away from windows
- !Turn off utilities if instructed by local authorities
- !Do NOT try to drive through flood waters
- !Keep important documents in a waterproof container
- !Stay away from windows and exterior doors
- !Monitor local emergency broadcasts (WMBF News, NOAA Weather Radio)
After the Storm
🌀 Post-Storm Action Plan
- !Do NOT return until authorities say it is safe
- !Document ALL damage immediately with photos and video
- !Contact your insurance company within 24 hours
- !Call Clean Sweep at (843) 932-9388 for emergency restoration
- !Watch for signs of mold — SC humidity accelerates growth within 24–48 hours
- !Do not enter severely damaged structures
- !Beware of standing water — it may be contaminated
- !Check for gas leaks before entering your property
How Clean Sweep Responds to Hurricane Damage
Our four-step process gets your property stabilized and restored as quickly as possible.
Emergency Response & Board-Up
Immediate stabilization of your property including emergency tarping, window and door board-up, and securing the structure to prevent further damage from weather and unauthorized entry.
Water Extraction & Drying
Industrial-grade water extractors remove standing water rapidly. Commercial dehumidifiers and air movers are deployed throughout the structure with continuous moisture monitoring until dry standards are met.
Damage Assessment & Insurance
Full damage documentation with professional photography, moisture readings, and detailed scope-of-work reports. We coordinate directly with your insurance adjuster and keep the restoration documentation organized.
Complete Restoration
Structural repairs, rebuilding, mold prevention treatments, and a final walkthrough to ensure your property is restored to pre-loss condition or better.
Why Grand Strand Homeowners Trust Clean Sweep
- ✓35+ years of disaster restoration experience
- ✓IICRC certified technicians trained in hurricane response
- ✓24/7 emergency availability before, during, and after storms
- ✓Clear insurance documentation — photos, scope notes, and adjuster communication
- ✓Pre-storm inspections available through our Maintenance Program
Storm Coming? Don't Wait.
Whether you need a pre-storm inspection or emergency restoration after a hurricane, our team is ready to help protect your Grand Strand property.