Open coast and bay exposure
Ocean County is one of the most storm-exposed places in New Jersey. Barrier island and bayfront homes face strong wind from nor’easters and tropical storms, and Superstorm Sandy devastated parts of the coast in 2012. Salt air corrodes metal roof components, and wind-driven rain tests every seam. Inland, the Pine Barrens bring sandy soils and pine needles that clog gutters.



