HONOLULU (HI Now) - With recent storms and the upcoming hurricane season top of mind, a local news segment visited City Mill’s lumber section to get quick tips on how homeowners can secure their properties. Store associate Stuart shared practical advice for keeping your home and ohana safe when high winds strike, emphasizing that there are several DIY steps residents can take on their own.
One of the first recommendations is to make sure your fence is properly secured using plywood or two-by-fours to prevent it from flying away in strong winds. Stuart also stressed the importance of boarding up windows with plywood to avoid dangerous glass shattering inside the home. For exterior applications, like boarding up windows outside, treated plywood is the way to go, as it lasts longer outdoors and helps keep termites at bay.
City Mill makes the process even easier with a custom cutting station available at all locations except Waianae. Customers who find full sheets of plywood too large or difficult to transport can simply ask any store associate to cut the wood to their needed size, no van required. Whether you’re prepping for a hurricane or tackling a DIY project, City Mill’s eight locations and website at CityMill.com are ready to help. As Stuart reminded everyone before firing up the saw: safety first!
For more information, visit www.citymill.com.
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