Preparing Your Home for Monsoon Season: 5 Essential Tips for Phoenix Homeowners

5 Must-Do Monsoon Prep Tips for Phoenix Homeowners 🌩️

It’s that time again — Arizona monsoon season. The skies turn wild. The wind howls. The rain pours. And BOOM — storms hit fast and hard.

If you live in Phoenix, you already know: these storms can cause big damage if you’re not ready. So let’s fix that.

Here are 5 simple steps to get your home monsoon-ready — before the next wall of dust rolls in.

1️⃣ Master the Rain Game 💦

Check Your Roof, Gutters & Yard Drainage

☑️ Look at Your Roof:
See any loose or missing shingles? Cracks near vents or chimneys? Fix them now before the rain finds its way inside.

☑️ Clean Those Gutters:
Clogged gutters = water pouring down your walls or flooding your yard. Hose them out or hire a pro. Do it before monsoon season starts.

☑️ Watch the Yard:
Make sure your yard slopes away from your house. Got a drywell or drainage pipe? Clear it. Live in a flood zone? Stock up on sandbags — just in case.

2️⃣ Tame Those Trees 🌳

Trim Your Trees Before They Snap

☑️ Cut Weak or Dead Branches:
Storm winds love breaking weak limbs — and sending them crashing into your roof or car.

☑️ Trim Overhanging Limbs:
Keep branches off your roof and away from windows and power lines.

☑️ Thin the Canopy (Optional):
Thick trees = wind traps. A pro can thin them out so the wind passes through safely.

3️⃣ Secure Your Stuff 🪑

Don’t Let Patio Furniture Fly Away

☑️ Move Light Stuff Inside:
Umbrellas, chairs, cushions, toys — put them in the garage or shed when storms are on the way.

☑️ Tie Down the Heavy Stuff:
Grills, tables, even trash cans — strap them down or weigh them down so they don’t become flying weapons.

4️⃣ Seal the Cracks 🏠

Keep Out Dust, Water & Bugs

☑️ Check Weather Strips & Caulking:
Find cracks around doors, windows, pipes, or vents? Seal them up. Fast.

☑️ Fix Torn Window Screens:
Keep out storm debris and bugs — especially after the rain.

☑️ AC Tip:
During a dust storm (haboob), turn off your AC if possible so it doesn’t suck in all that dirt.

5️⃣ Be Storm-Ready ⛑️

Make a Plan, Pack a Kit, Stay Safe

☑️ Build a Basic Emergency Kit:
Water. Flashlight. First-aid. Batteries. Meds. Phone chargers. Enough food for a few days. Keep one at home and a smaller one in the car.

☑️ Know What to Do:
🚗 Dust Storm? Pull Aside. Turn Lights Off. Wait it out.
🌊 Flooding? Turn Around. Don’t Drown. Never cross flooded roads.
⚡ Lightning? When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors. Stay inside until the storm passes.

☑️ Stay Updated:
Use a weather app. Watch the news. Save your power company’s number (APS or SRP) in case the lights go out.

🌈 Ride Out the Storm Like a Pro

Monsoon season isn’t scary — if you’re ready. These 5 steps will help you stay safe, avoid damage, and protect your home and family.

✅ Get your home ready.
✅ Share this checklist with a neighbor.
✅ Save this post for storm season.

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