Wherever you live in Nigeria, your location may be subject to heavy rainfall that could deter or damage your home if proper precaution is not taken. To save yourself some repair costs, below are vital tips to prepare you and your family for the wet months.


1. Check your roof seldomly: In order to save yourself unnecessary expenses during the rainy season, it is better to take some time to inspect your roof. Doing this makes you aware of any cracks that might exist on the roof. And also, makes you and your family remain dry during this season. It is strongly advisable to hire a professional in inspecting and repairing the roof. Also, make sure you check out your roof to avoid any leakages. Any form of molds or discoloration of the ceiling should be subjected to immediate repair. 

2. Mind the walls: External walls should also be inspected. Inspect the exterior walls for any form of cracks because when rainwater penetrates these walls, it begins to cause serious problems.

3. Repair faulty windows and doors: You never might know the direction the wind will take the rain towards. It is always advisable to shut external windows and doors during rainfall to make the room warm and cozy. Having faulty windows and doors give room for water penetration. This is why you need to ensure that broken or faulty windows and doors need to be fixed before the rainy day.

4. Fix every electrical issue in your home: It is better to repair any worn-out wires in your home before the rainy season. Hire an electrician to fix every faulty electrical issue for the better safety of your family.

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