Shutters Fail Pre-Storm Check
Annual inspection finds shutters not storm-ready
Common Causes — Why This Happens
Around Biloxi, shutters fail pre-storm check is usually caused by a combination of coastal weather, salt air, installation quality, and age. Understanding the root cause is the first step to the right fix — and to keeping it from coming back.
- Fasteners and brackets loosen over a year of heat, humidity, and occasional operation.
- Sealant around tracks and mounting plates dries and cracks, inviting water into the hardware.
- Corrosion progresses quietly on hardware you only look at twice a year.
- Missing or damaged parts — stop-ends, pins, hold-open clips — were never replaced after last season.
How Professionals Fix Shutters Fail Pre-Storm Check
The right fix depends on the severity. Minor cases may only need adjustment or service. Moderate damage may require parts replacement. Severe or repeated failures typically need a full replacement with correct installation. Our matched local pros will assess your specific situation and recommend the most cost-effective, lasting fix — not the most expensive one.
- A pre-season maintenance visit covers every unit: hardware check, track cleaning, lubrication, sealant refresh, and a full open/close test.
- Pros catch and fix small issues — a loose bracket, a worn trolley — before they become storm failures.
- Any unit that fails the check is repaired or replaced with a clear quote before the season starts.
- You get a written checklist of what passed, so you have proof of diligence for insurance if a storm ever hits.
What You Can Do Yourself
Not every issue needs a technician. Several causes are preventable with homeowner maintenance — and a few are safe to address directly. Here is what you can handle on your own:
- Walk every shutter before June 1: open and close each unit fully, check brackets by hand, and look for rust, cracks, and missing pins.
- Clear debris from tracks and drains.
- Replace missing stop-ends and pins yourself if you can match them; otherwise list them for a pro.
- Take photos of anything questionable and send them to a pro for a quick remote opinion.
- Put a reminder in your calendar for May — pre-season, not hurricane week.
How Much Does It Cost to Fix?
A full pre-season check of a typical home runs $100–$300 depending on unit count. Repairs found during the check average $200–$600. Call (228) 279-1153 to book a pro before the season rush — slots fill fast after June 1.
