Compliments of Jill Smith
Jill Smith's Homeowner Resource Center
A complimentary homeowner resource created for Jill Smith and The Jill Smith Team, eXp to share with clients before hurricane season.
Jill Smith
The Jill Smith Team, eXp
(281) 462-5405
12239 Queenston Blvd., Ste. E, Houston, TX 77095
Created in partnership with Houston Local Advantage
Prepared for Jill's clients
Houston Hurricane Readiness Guide 2026
A practical homeowner guide with printable checklists, generator safety notes, storm timeline reminders, and local electrical-safety guidance.
Built specifically for Greater Houston homeowners.
- Takes about 8 minutes to read
- Printable emergency checklist
- Houston-specific information
- Updated for the 2026 hurricane season
Free 11-page homeowner guide
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What is inside
Storm-season guidance you can scan quickly
Before the Storm
Panel inspection, surge protection, generator planning
Generator Safety
CO risks, 20-foot rule, transfer switch basics
After the Storm
Wet electrical hazards and post-storm warning signs
Hurricane Timeline
A practical action plan before landfall
Should I Evacuate?
Decision points, zones, and official-source reminders
Houston Quick Guide
Local prep notes for Houston-area homeowners
Emergency Action Checklist
Screenshot-ready steps before, during, and after
Vetted Local Electricians
A path to trusted Greater Houston electrical help
Storm season quick-start
Before the storm
- Test smoke and CO alarms
- Inspect electrical panel
- Know your evacuation zone
During an outage
- Keep generators 20 ft. from the house
- Never backfeed into an outlet
- Call 911 if CO alarm sounds
After the storm
- Do not touch wet equipment
- Photograph damage first
- Call an electrician before power-on concerns
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A homeowner resource beyond hurricane season
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