The entire state of Florida trembled with fear at the vulnerable Panhandle while Hurricane Michael took deadly aim. As it watched from afar, most people worried that this easy-going beachside community would be wiped off the map forever.
The damage was extensive, but thankfully the loss of life wasn’t. What was even more miraculous though was that some homes seemed unscathed while others around them were reduced to rubble. The ones built in their place can withstand a hurricane of this magnitude in the future with proper architecture.
Why were these homes spared while others faltered? Aloha Building Contractors knows 5 reasons why certain Mexico Beach, FL homes survived Hurricane Michael.
- They used impact-resistant glass
One of the most basic things any home or business can do to keep it safe from damage is replace the windows with impact-resistant glass. It’s an investment, but it protects your structure from being blown away. If your windows break, your chances of your home still standing after a big one like Hurricane Michael are extremely slim.
- They were built after 1995 when new codes were enacted
One of the things that made Mexico Beach so charming was the old-style cottage homes lining the streets. Unfortunately, most of those were built in the 1950s on through the 1970s. Builders back then didn’t know what they know today, plus storms are getting stronger. The homes that were built after the state of Florida enacted new building codes, roofing codes, and stonger structues to prevent another catastrophe like Hurricane Andrew happening again. These built after 1995 survived because they were built to withstand it. [Read more…]