Home Weather Prep
Yard Storm Prep Guide: Patio Furniture, Trees, Trampolines, Grills, and Drainage
How to prepare a yard before severe storms, wind, hail, heavy rain, and tropical systems, including patio furniture, trees, grills, drains, and loose objects.
Quick answer: Yard storm prep is mostly about removing flying debris, reducing drainage problems, and avoiding unsafe last-minute work when wind or lightning is already close.
Loose objects
Bring in or secure patio furniture, umbrellas, toys, trash cans, garden tools, and decorations.
Trampolines, grills, and canopies can become dangerous in high wind.
Trees and branches
Have dead limbs or unstable trees assessed before storm season.
Do not trim branches near power lines yourself.
Drainage
Clear yard drains, gutters, and downspout exits before heavy rain.
Standing water near the foundation can become a basement problem.