Hurricane Season Preparation: Checklist for Homeowners
June 2026 • Recrea Construction • 5 min read
Hurricane season: June 1 – November 30. Peak activity: August – October. Start preparing in May.
Major Hurricanes in Quintana Roo
- Wilma (2005) — Category 5, $29B damage, Cancún shut down for weeks
- Dean (2007) — Category 5, hit south of Tulum
- Beryl (2024) — Category 2, affected Tulum and Playa del Carmen
Checklist: 1–2 Months Before Season (May)
Structural Inspection
Electrical & Equipment
Documents & Insurance
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Checklist: 48–72 Hours Before a Hurricane
Immediate Actions
If You're Not in Mexico
- Property management company — pay for hurricane prep service ($110–$275 USD)
- Trusted neighbor — arrange in advance who closes shutters and secures furniture
- Security cameras — for remote monitoring (while power lasts)
- Motorized shutters — roll-down shutters with electric motor can be closed remotely
What to Install Ahead of Time
| Item | Cost | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane roll shutters | $440–$830/window | Protect glass from debris |
| Generator 5–8 kW | $1,375–$3,300 | Power for 3–5 days |
| Laminated glass | $275–$660/window | Doesn't shatter on impact |
| Water tank (5,000 L) | $440–$830 | Week-long water supply |
| Surge protection | $165–$440 | Saves electronics from spikes |
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