Hurricane Season Prep & Cleanup for Jacksonville Homes

Before a Storm: Clear Gutters and Check Your Roof

Clogged gutters can’t move water fast enough during a heavy storm, which means water backs up under your roofline and behind fascia boards — exactly the trapped moisture that starts mold growth. Clearing gutters before hurricane season isn’t just about drainage on a normal rainy day; it’s about your gutters actually being able to do their job when a storm dumps several inches of rain in a short window.

A pre-storm roof cleaning also gives you a clean baseline to check for any loose shingles or granule loss, since it’s much easier to spot new damage after a storm on a roof you’ve already seen clean.

After a Storm: What Actually Needs Cleaning

• Storm debris — leaves, small branches, and organic material that get pressed against siding and driveways
• Silt and mud staining from storm surge or heavy street flooding, especially in low-lying areas
• Waterline staining on siding and fences where flood water sat even briefly
• Driveways and walkways that collected debris and organic staining during the storm

Why This Is a Distinct Job From Regular Cleaning

Post-storm cleanup often involves a different mix of buildup than routine algae and mold — silt, organic debris, and staining that sat on a surface during active flooding behaves differently than gradual buildup over months. It’s worth treating as its own service call rather than folding it into your annual wash, especially if you’re trying to prep the property for an insurance inspection or just want documentation of the exterior’s condition.