When a hurricane is officially on the radar, the clock starts ticking. If you live in Ocala, The Villages, Lady Lake, or anywhere across Florida, this is your last window to make final preparations that could protect your home, your health, and your peace of mind.
At Preferred Insurance, we want you to be safe before, during, and after every storm. If you haven’t already secured your home or reviewed your policy, here are the most important steps to take right now.
🔒 Secure Your Home and Yard
- Install storm shutters or board up windows
- Bring in patio furniture, grills, garbage cans, and potted plants
- Fill your gas tanks and store any approved fuel safely
- Lower your refrigerator and freezer temps to preserve food longer in a power outage
- Charge all phones, battery packs, flashlights, and emergency radios
💊 Medical and Emergency Prep
- Fill prescriptions and ensure refrigerated medications are secure
- Have a plan for anyone in your household with medical needs (oxygen, mobility support, etc.)
- Double-check your evacuation route and communicate your plan with family members
🎒 Pack a Go-Bag
If you need to evacuate, you won’t have time to pack. Keep these essentials in one place:
- Flashlight and batteries
- Important documents (IDs, insurance, prescriptions)
- Non-perishable food, snacks, and water
- First aid kit
- Phone charger and backup battery
- Clothing and toiletries
📄 Insurance Warning: Too Late to Make Changes
Most insurance carriers lock policies when a named storm is on the radar. That means you won’t be able to adjust coverage, add flood insurance, or bind a new policy. But that doesn’t mean it’s too late to prepare.
📥 Download our Hurricane Prep Guide and use the last-minute checklist inside.
📅 Need Help After the Storm?
Once the storm passes, that’s the best time to review your policy, file any claims, and make adjustments before the next storm rolls in. Our team is here to walk you through every step.
✅ Book an appointment with a Preferred Agent
“It only takes one storm to change everything. Preparation now means peace of mind later.”
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