Hurricane season brings more than strong winds and heavy rain — it puts your business systems and critical data at serious risk. As an IT service provider, we know technology can be the lifeline that keeps your business running — or the Achilles heel that shuts it down when disaster strikes.

Use this Hurricane Preparedness Checklist to protect your IT infrastructure before, during, and after a storm — and implement proactive care to safeguard your business year-round.

The single most important step you can take. Ensure your data is regularly backed up to secure offsite locations — with cloud backups for easy remote access and recovery.

Pro Tip: Automated backups give you peace of mind when time is tight.

Document all hardware, software, and network assets. Include serial numbers, license keys, and configurations. Store this information securely offsite or in the cloud.

Pro Tip: Video walkthroughs of your office or server room can help with insurance claims.

Move equipment away from windows and off the ground to avoid flood damage. If possible, relocate essential hardware to interior rooms or higher floors.

Pro Tip: Label cords and equipment now — it’ll make setup and troubleshooting easier after the storm.

Invest in surge protectors and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) for all critical systems. Hurricanes bring unpredictable power spikes and outages.

Pro Tip: Don’t forget to test your UPS batteries regularly — they don’t last forever.

Educate employees on what to do with their devices. Make sure everyone knows how to properly shut down systems, unplug equipment, and access remote tools if needed.

Pro Tip: Create a simple one-page storm checklist for employees to follow in a hurry.

If flooding or damage is imminent, safely shut down and unplug computers, servers, printers, and networking gear.

Unplug Ethernet and power cables to protect against electrical surges and water damage.

If evacuation isn’t an option, cover electronics in plastic wrap or dry bags for short-term protection.

Use cloud-based collaboration tools to stay in contact with your team, monitor the situation, and maintain minimal business operations remotely.

Pro Tip: Keep backup batteries or portable chargers on hand for mobile devices.

Once safe, inspect your IT environment. Take photos and detailed notes of any damage for insurance and recovery purposes.

Begin recovery with your most essential systems and data. Use your tested backups to restore operations quickly.

Pro Tip: Test your internet connection and network hardware first — it’s often the bottleneck.

Keep your team and customers informed of your recovery progress and timelines.

Pro Tip: Prepare email templates in advance for faster communication after a storm.

Storm season may come and go — but disaster preparedness should be a year-round priority.

Your plan should outline how to maintain business operations during disruptions — not just recover after them.

Cloud infrastructure allows your business to stay operational from virtually anywhere — reducing downtime even if your physical location is impacted.

Don’t wait for a storm to find out your backups failed. Schedule routine recovery tests and include them in your hurricane preparedness checklist to ensure reliable restoration.

Having a trusted technology partner means you’re not facing disasters alone. Our team provides 24/7 monitoring, backup management, and disaster recovery support to help your business weather any storm.

Natural disasters, like hurricanes, are unpredictable — but your IT preparedness doesn’t have to be.
A solid hurricane preparedness checklist can make the difference between business as usual or business lost.

Contact our team to review your disaster recovery plan and ensure your systems are storm-ready.
We’re here to keep your business connected — no matter what the weather brings.
For more detailed tips on how to prepare for a hurricane, visit FEMA’s Hurricane Preparedness Guide.