Monsoon Season Home Prep Checklist
Monsoon Season – 5 Simple Steps to Fortify Your Home
1) Clean and Direct Gutters & Downspouts
Water cascading over full gutters or pooling near the foundation is a recipe for damp and damage. Keep those channels clear, and direct downspouts at least four feet away from the house – gravity does the work, not the soil.
2) Grade Matters for Monsoon Season – Check That Slope
Even a quarter-inch per foot slope away from the foundation keeps water from seeping. Run the hose at the house perimeter for a minute and walk it – watch how water moves. If it pools near the foundation, you have a grading issue.
3) Watch Your AC Drain Line
Bird nests, algae, and dust love to clog the AC’s condenser pan. That means water backs up and flows into your living space. Clean the pan regularly and consider a float switch that auto-shuts AC off when it overflows.
4) Seal Weak Flashing and Roof Openings
Valley winds launch rain sideways. Check and reinforce flashing around chimneys, roof-to-wall junctions, and window perimeters. A well-sealed roof stays dry even when the wind is wild.
5) Landscape Smart in Preparation for Monsoon Season – Avoid Soggy Boundaries
Mounds, turf swales, and overwatered soil create sitting water near the foundation. Trim back low plantings and slope the soil outward. If you irrigate, pause around your base during storms – or better yet, install smart shutoff valves that shut down with rain.
The Reality of Monsoon Water Intrusion
Even minor leaks breed mold and a damp crawlspace in days. Preventative care doesn’t just save cleanup – it saves drywall, cabinetry, insulation, and peace of mind. Plus, your home is ready to repel storms without emergency calls.
Feel confident going into monsoon season? Contact Premier Restorations for a quick quote and we’ll check your roof, drainage, and grading – ensuring fast prevention before the first drop lands.
