10 Important Things to Check to Prepare Your Home for Rain

Arab Weather - With the arrival of autumn and the start of the rainy season, it becomes necessary to prepare for the rainy season and winter and prepare your home for the heavy rains, strong winds, low temperatures, and high humidity that accompany the winter weather.

For your comfort and safety, we present to you in this article the most important tips for preparing your home for the rainy season:

1. Clean gutters and downspouts of tree leaves and debris, and ensure they are clear to drain rainwater. It is preferable to clean gutters at the beginning of the season, then clean them again after the first rains to remove leaves and debris that fall from the roof.
2. Check for cracks in the house structure and repair them to avoid any rainwater leakage.
3. Repair damaged gutters and downpipes and ensure they are secure and ready to drain water.
4. Check windows and doors and close any vents that could allow rainwater or cold air into the house.
5. Ensure that the sump pump for basements and areas prone to flooding is working.
6. Cover and protect outdoor furniture and outdoor equipment, securing covers with ropes or heavy objects such as bricks.
7. Check electrical wires, outdoor extensions, and appliances, and make sure they are insulated from rainwater.
8. If your home is at risk of flooding, have materials such as sandbags or concrete curbs available to divert water to drainage areas.
9. Trim and prune trees around your home, especially if they're weakened by drought. When weak trees are filled with rainwater, they can easily break or be uprooted.
10. Finally, cleaning and disinfecting your home can help prevent infectious microbes and viruses, thus avoiding seasonal diseases.