11.14.09
Posted in General at 9:32 pm by Vanderheyden Inc
While not officially over (just think Tropical Storm Ida), the 2009 hurricane season is winding down. When we all gather with friends and family this holiday season I hope most of you share our thoughts and give thanks for being spared a major storm this year! Though it is nice to have a break, the time in-between offical storm seasons should be used wisely. This is a great time to take stock and see what you can improve for your home or business in regards to storm protection. Here at Vanderheyden Inc. we have plenty of products to help you to prepare for next season. So, enjoy the holiday season but be sure to prepare ahead of time for the next go around.
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10.07.09
Posted in General at 7:49 pm by Vanderheyden Inc
So there is a storm approaching and you’ve got to get the wheels in motion for the hurricane evacuation plan. Are you sure you’ve included everyone in the plan? Pets are part of the family too. Did you know that 44% of the people that stayed behind in New Orleans during Katrina did so because of a pet? That’s astounding; it also means there were a lot of people without a plan. Just because you have a dog, cat, bird or lizard doesn’t mean there is not shelter available. Check out this website to get up to date information for pet friendly shelters in you county;
http://www.floridapets.net/petfriendlyshelters.html.
So, if you can’t take your pet with you when you evacuate at least find a shelter to keep them safe. That way, the whole family stays safe!
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09.03.09
Posted in General at 7:58 pm by Vanderheyden Inc
September is time to prepare, the Feds think so too. September is the 6th annual National Preparedness Month; a multi-agency effort to increase awareness. In conjunction with the National effort, Florida Gov. Charlie Crist has declared September as Florida Preparedness Month as well.
So what does this all mean to citizens of Florida. Well, there are some useful websites out there now that aid in organizing, preparing and responding to potential disasters. They are good resources to have since most people tend to plan last minute.
Here are the Florida links:
www.FloridaDisaster.org
www.KidsGetAPlan.com
As always, check our website often for new products and useful information on storm mitigation….stay safe!
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Posted in General at 7:07 pm by Vanderheyden Inc
Well, it took awhile but the Northwest Florida Daily News finally posted a link to the feature on Vanderheyden Inc.
Check it out here: http://www.nwfdailynews.com/articles/business-20235-navarre-vanderheyden.html
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08.16.09
Posted in General at 7:51 am by Vanderheyden Inc
This weekend we went from zero named storms so far this season to two and very likely three. It should not be a surprise really since the season had been so inactive up until this point it was bound to change. Hopefully these storms won’t bring much more than just rain to our area, but it is a great time to make sure you are prepared. We have links to preparation resources located on our website, http://coastalstormshutters.com/hurricane.htm, which can guide you through the preparation process. Take the time now to think about making it three days without power. Do you have batteries, non-perishable food, radio, flashlights, water, etc.? You’d be surprised at just how much these basic supplies can become a #1 priority in a storm. Also important is to make sure there are activities for you and the family to do while waiting out the storm at home or at a shelter. I like to charge up my portable DVD player and rent a bunch of movies. If you or your kids have a portable video game device make sure it is fully charged. In our house we charge everything that can be charged if we think a storm is on the way. Power tools can come in handy too so it doesn’t hurt to have those ready to go as well. If the storm becomes too dangerous to wait out and you have to evacuate your home, that doesn’t mean you don’t need a plan. Make a checklist of things you’d take in an evacuation and make sure you have containers to carry them in. At a minimum I suggest important documents (marriage license, birth certificates, passports etc.), Family pictures and important sentimental items. If you have a lot of important files stored digitally like I do; then invest in an external hard drive that you can dump all your files onto and then take with you when you leave. That way you have all those files and pictures wherever you end up. Lastly, don’t neglect after storm planning. Know what you’d want to do in the event your home or business has damage. Make a list of repair specialists that you want to contact and have that with you. Here at Vanderheyden Inc. we also specialize in after storm repair so you can count on us to respond. In fact it’s better to have local companies on your list so you don’t get scammed by non-local contractors that swoop in after a storm looking to make a quick buck and disappear. Bottom line is take the time to prepare! Hope is not a plan i.e. “I hope the storm doesn’t hit here”. Stay safe, and check our Twitter page, http://twitter.com/VanderheydenInc, for updates on the storms.
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08.02.09
Posted in General at 8:30 am by Vanderheyden Inc
For those of you who like reading the paper…The Sunday August 2nd edition of the Northwest Florida Daily News has an insightful look at Vanderheyden Inc. in the Business section. Link will be posted when article becomes available online. Happy reading…
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Posted in General at 8:20 am by Vanderheyden Inc
No doubt by now most of you have been impacted in some way by the current state of our economy. Some have lost jobs, taken pay cuts or been forced to relocate. Even if you are fortunate enough to have avoided the worst impacts, odds are that you are saving money more and looking for ways to be a more savvy consumer. Many nationwide are in this back to basics mentality and that may be a good thing in the long run. We as consumers are looking at preserving what we already have and when buying something new are looking at how well that product lasts. For the home there are plenty of ways that homeowners can keep their home in top condition. Here in Florida that means looking at storm mitigation options. If a homeowner plans on keeping their home in top condition steps need to be taken to protect that home in a hurricane. That is where Coastal Storm Shutters comes in. There are a wide variety of products that can be fit into many budgets. There are financing options and installment plans that can be designed to fit individual needs. In this time of back to basics it makes good sense to protect your biggest investment. Not only will storm mitigation protect your home it can also save you money on insurance premiums. We all know by now, even a little extra cash per month can go a long way. Check out your options today at www.coastalstormshutters.com
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06.29.09
Posted in General at 7:58 pm by Vanderheyden Inc
Welcome everyone to the Coastal Storm Shutters Blog! We are proud to announce this venue as a way communicate with our valued customers. Check this for important product updates or to find answers to questions. Feel free to leave a comment here and we’ll be sure to respond. On behalf of the entire team at Vanderheyden Inc. we wish everyone a safe and happy summer.
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