I am going to be moving from California to Gainesville, Fl next year. I am buying a house there and I am very concerned about hurricanes. I am worried that if I buy a house, there is a good chance it will be destroyed/damaged. Could you please tell me if it is a real problem over there or whether it is all exaggerated.
Thanks
2007-08-18 08:55:29 · 2 answers · asked by Dan 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Weather
I didn't think Gainesville had too many problems since it is rather inland, or as inland as you can be on the peninsula. I wouldn't worry too much. They have a huge, thriving college there and it seems to be holding up OK.
2007-08-18 09:13:46 · answer #1 · answered by Lady Geologist 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even when Gainesville is no right at the coast, make sure to leave some money to install storm shutters. It will give you and your family a sense of safety when there's a hurricane. The average cost for a whole house is around $5,000.00. Also make sure that the property you're buying is not on a flood prone zone. You can check at the city's website. Check by yourself, don't trust your real estate agent, they will say anything to have you buying the house.
2007-08-18 16:52:38 · answer #2 · answered by Millie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋