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How to Prepare for the Next Hurricane Harvey

Record flooding in southeast Texas should be a wake up call for LBM firms

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This past weekend, Hurricane Harvey hit landfall in southeast Texas, causing record flooding in the Houston area. The “unprecedented” storm is unlikely to recede quickly, and could force 30,000 people from their homes.

Families and businesses alike should always have a plan in place for natural disasters, however unlikely they may be. Here are some resources from ProSales’ past to help you prepare for any future disaster.

1. Responding to Mother Nature’s Worst Takes Planning, Preparedness, and Patience.

2. If Disaster Strikes, Will You Be Prepared?

3. As Many as 40% of Small Businesses Don’t Recover From a Disaster. Do You Have a Plan in Place to Beat the Odds?

Additionally, the recovery period is crucial. Read the following piece for information on dealing with “storm chaser” companies that take advantage of the destruction caused by hurricanes or tornadoes.

4. Thea’s Mailbag: Dealing With Storm Chasers After Disaster Strikes.

How is your firm equipped to handle the next emergency?

About the Author

Sean Wallisch

Sean Wallisch is an editorial intern for Remodeling and ProSales. He double majored in English Literature and Spanish at the University of Maryland, College Park. In the past, he interned at The Sports Journal and Branded Pictures Entertainment.

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