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)
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Checklist: 48–72 Hours Before a Hurricane
Immediate Actions
Hurricane Preparation Checklist
Before the Season (May)
- Inspect roof membrane — repair any damage
- Clear all roof drains and gutters
- Test all storm shutters/impact windows
- Service generator and stock fuel
- Trim trees within 3m of building
- Review and update insurance
- Document all property contents (video)
When a Storm Threatens
- Close all shutters and secure doors
- Bring ALL outdoor furniture inside
- Fill cistern and bathtubs with water
- Stock 5 days of water and food
- Charge all devices and power banks
- Withdraw cash (ATMs may go offline)
- Know your evacuation route
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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Frequently Asked Questions
June 1 – November 30. Peak: August–October. The Riviera Maya averages one significant storm every 3–4 years. Major hurricanes (Cat 4–5) hit approximately once per decade. Always be prepared from June onward.
Inspect roof membrane and clear drains. Test impact windows and shutters. Secure outdoor furniture. Stock water (20L per person per day × 5 days), food, first aid, flashlights, batteries. Charge all devices. Know your evacuation route. Have cash (ATMs may be offline).
Standard homeowner policies cover wind damage. Check your deductible (typically 2–5% of insured value for named storms). Flood damage requires separate policy. Review and update coverage annually BEFORE hurricane season. Document all property contents with photos/video.
Property management company activates hurricane protocol: secure outdoor items, close shutters/windows, turn off gas, verify insurance, monitor remotely. Smart home cameras provide real-time visibility. After the storm: inspection within 24 hours, damage report with photos.
Roof membrane repairs or replacement, water damage from wind-driven rain, broken windows (if not impact-rated), toppled trees/landscaping damage, flooding (ground floor), power surge damage to electronics. Properly built homes with impact windows typically sustain minimal damage.
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