With the wet season just around the corner, it is the perfect time of year to make sure your home is prepared for any oncoming rain.
Extreme weather can prove harmful to the home, potentially causing short- and long-term damage. If your household isn’t prepared, it may accumulate dangerous mould and erosion as well as possible costly damage to its infrastructure.
Try these tips to keeping your home safe against the rain:
- Check your roof. Look for any current damage and check for any areas that look vulnerable to leaks and repair these immediately.
- Clear out your gutters. It is important that these are clear in case of heavy rain to prevent any possible flooding.
- Make your windows waterproof. Check the edges of your windowsills to see if they need a waterproof sealer or rubber on the edges. This will help to prevent any rain from leaking through the cracks and potentially damaging objects in your home.
- Trim foliage. Plants and trees with overgrown branches can pose a danger to your household in harsh winds and rain. Remove any unstable plants and prune back any flyaway branches.
- In case of extreme weather it can be helpful to have a torch, batteries and first-aid kit in a designated area in case of emergency.
To see RACQ Insurance’s advice on how to prepare for storms, click here.
