Get Your Water Piping System Ready For The Monsoon

 The monsoons bring much-needed respite from the summer heat but if you still haven’t made adequate provisions for the season, then you can be caught unawares and face a number of problems. This is especially with regards to the plumbing system of the house and it always pays to prepare in advance as damage to the pipeline infrastructure can create serious problems for the structural integrity of the building as well as for the surroundings. Take a read at some of our tips on how to get your water pipe system ready for the monsoons:

1.       Check for signs of seepage: If you see any flaking paint and signs of dampness, investigate its source. Most likely, it will due to a leak in the water piping system. Damp patches on the ceiling, near bathroom or kitchen walls and even near walls which are close to the main waterline of the building can be an indicator of leaks in the pipes which must be repaired as soon as possible. As a temporary measure, you can have cracks filled with putty or white cement.

2.       Keep an eye on the drainage: Before the monsoons set in, get a professional inspection of the drainage pipes. The kitchen sink, outdoor traps, and the plumbing drainage must be checked for and cleared of any blockages. If there happens to be any blockage, it can build up over time and create issues for drainage when there is intense rainfall in the monsoons, especially in the main lines where all connections join together.

3.       Clear the gutters: If you have open drainage lines anywhere around the house, then make sure you clear them of any debris and plant matter which can get into them. Any obstructions in the gutter at the surface level as well as on the roofs can lead to water accumulation.

4.       Replace and repair damaged pipes: When preparing for the monsoon season, also ensure that you repair and repair any damaged pipes in the pluming and drainage system. If there are any pipes with signs of rusting or cracks, replace them before the monsoons so that they do not break down under the heavy volumes of water in the rains.

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