Summer storms have already started rocking the Tri-state area, leaving debris scattered across many yards.

With the remnants of Tropical Storm Elsa recently blowing through, the greater Hagerstown, MD area is officially in the major storm season. And it will likely be an active season bringing winds, rain, lightening, flooding and more. Be careful and be prepared (see the tips below). AND, if you do have storm damage, such as downed trees, consider BlueBox for a dumpster to help in cleaning up the mess. Storm damage can be an overwhelming sight, because it is usually widespread. But once the clouds are gone, the work begins.

One of the best ways to limit such damage is to have your house and property ready before the direct hit. One of the best ways to prepare is making sure there are no objects that can cause damage. This includes random junk in the yard; dead landscaping; and structures that fall into the “I’ll get rid of that one day” category.

We’ll deliver a residential-size dumpster to your driveway or yard. When you’re done filling it, we’ll remove it. And if a storm does hit hard, we can be there to help when the sun comes out. Cleaning up is always the goal. Most people only think about the energy and hard work that goes into gathering up the debris. We at BlueBox dumpster rentals want to make sure you only have to touch the mess one time. Pick it up and put it in the dumpster. We want to make your life easy and free from the headaches that life can bring during storm season.

Contact BlueBox for Your Dumpster

If you need help cleaning up the yard or cleaning out the house, contact us at BlueBox Rental in Hagerstown, MD. You can do so by clicking here, calling us at 301.333.9500 or texting us at 240.219.5839.

Tips for Weathering a Storm

Here are a few tips that can help:

1. Cut back dead or diseased limbs on trees, or the entire tree if necessary. Trees can become very dangerous and may cause more damage to your home than the storm.
2. Put together a comprehensive “Hurricane Kit” (as described in the article link below).
3. Make sure your gutters are clean and in good working order.
4. Inspect your roof. Make sure it is in good shape, with all shingles being tight to the roof line.
5. Make sure you have a place to store all outside furniture — and anything that can moved by heavy winds — which can cause damage.
6. Purchase storm shutters or have a supply of plywood that can cover windows and doors.
7. Have sand bags — or the makings for such — to keep flood waters from entering under doors if your home is in a low area.

Here is an article on how to be prepared for the next major storm or hurricane before it hits the greater Hagerstown area.

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