Is Your Home Prepared For The Rainy Season

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Is Your Home Prepared For The Rainy Season
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Why Waterproofing Is Important?

• Every house, no matter what it is built of, is
  vulnerable to harsh weather conditions and damage
  that comes along. When exposed to constant
  rainfall, not only the exterior loses its
  aesthetic appeal but also loses its ability to
  protect the interiors.
• Rain water, particularly acid rain, contains
  varied pollutants and chemicals that attack the
  paint on the exterior of your building causing it
  to wear out faster than it usually does.
  Moreover, rain water can seep through the roofing
  and exterior walls promoting the development of
  mould and mildew.

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What Can You Do Protect Your Home During Rainy
Season?

• The rainy season is fun and enjoyable when you
  have your home all prepared, protected and sound.
  Here are some considerations that will help you
  prepare your house for the rainy season.
• Get The Roof Ready
• Clean Out Gutters
• Inspect The Interiors
• Prepare The Exteriors

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Get The Roof Ready

• The roof is the most vulnerable part of your
  house in the rainy season and the most expensive
  to repair. So, it is important to inspect the
  roof at least twice a year.
• Look for damaged, lose or worn out shingles.
• Check along the ridges of the roof for cracks and
  leaks.
• See if there are any rusty spots and holes across
  the valleys.
• Have the professionals inspect your roof in case
  you cant check the roof yourself.

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Clean Out Gutters

• Gutters are installed for the sole purpose of
  funnelling away any water that collects on the
  roof.
• Clear out leaves or any debris to avoid blockages
  during heavy rain.
• Make sure the gutters are structurally sound.
• Make sure the gutters drain well and dont cause
  water to back up under the shingles causing
  damage.

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Inspect The Interiors

• Besides the roof, windows and doors can also be
  an easy access point for rain water to seep
  through and cause damage to the interior walls.
• Make sure all the windows and doors close and
  open properly.
• Check door and windows for water leaks.
• Make any repairs and improvements as required.

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Prepare The Exteriors

• Your exteriors walls are constantly exposed to
  harsh weather conditions. So, it is important to
  invest in their protection.
• If your exteriors walls use permeable paints,
  consider applying waterproofing coats to prevent
  seepage.
• Install siding boards to prevent damage caused by
  moisture and rain.
• Check the walls for cracks and fix them before
  they turn into leaks.

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To Sum Up

• Keep these tips in mind and prepare your home
  well before the rainy season approaches to avoid
  costly repairs, improvements and damages in the
  future and ensure safety and protection of the
  residents.

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Reach Us
Astec Paints Australasia Pty Ltd

• Phone
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• Fax
• [phone]
• WWW.ASTECPAINTS.COM.AU
• enquiries_at_astecpaints.com.au
• Mailing Address
• Post Office Box 321, Melrose Park, S.A. 5039
• Address
• Head Office - 22 - 24 Pinn Street, St. Mary's,
  S.A. 5042