Storm Season is Coming: 5 Ways to Prep Your Boat or RV Early in Port St. Joe

Covered Keeper - Port St. Joe | RV / Boat Storage

If you live along Florida’s Gulf Coast, you already know: storm season isn’t a maybe — it’s a guarantee.

From June through November, Port St. Joe boat and RV owners have to be ready for sudden storms, heavy rains, and the occasional hurricane threat. And if you wait until a storm is on the radar, it’s usually too late to find good storage or protect your vehicle properly.

At Covered Keeper, we help boaters and RVers stay ahead of the chaos. Here’s how you can prep early — and avoid the scramble later.


1. Get a Safe, Secured Storage Spot Now

The best protection for your RV or boat is covered, gated storage — not leaving it exposed in a driveway or marina slip.

Covered Keeper offers covered and uncovered storage spaces with wide drive aisles, tall clearances, and 24/7 gated access.

Spots fill up fast once storm season starts, so reserving early is key.

2. Inspect and Reinforce Seals

Before storing, check seals on doors, windows, and hatches. Replace or reinforce any weak spots to keep water from seeping in during heavy rain or high winds.

Pro tip: A few dollars in weatherstripping now can save you thousands in water damage later.

3. Secure Loose Items

Remove or tightly secure anything that could become a projectile — antennas, awnings, loose gear, exterior decorations, fishing poles, etc.

Inside the boat or RV, strap down or stow loose objects to prevent damage during rough weather.

4. Disconnect and Protect Batteries

Unplug external power and disconnect batteries if you’re parking for the season. This reduces the risk of electrical shorts or battery drain during long periods of inactivity — especially important when weather interruptions happen.

5. Document and Prepare Insurance Info

Take photos of your RV or boat (interior and exterior) in its pre-storm condition. Keep insurance documents handy.

If you ever need to file a claim after a storm, having before-and-after photos and up-to-date paperwork speeds things up significantly.


Why Store at Covered Keeper Before Storm Season Hits?

✅ Covered and uncovered options available

✅ Extra-tall canopies perfect for boats and big rigs

✅ 24/7 surveillance and gated entry

✅ Month-to-month flexibility (no long-term contracts)

✅ Easy access in and out of Port St. Joe

📍 Located in Port St. Joe, FL

📞 Call us at 888-538-1962

💬 Email: operations@coveredkeeper.com

🌐 Visit coveredkeeper.com to reserve your spot


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