Don’t get all wet. Prepare for the rainy season while it’s dry.
According to USClimateData.com, Concord, CA and Dana Estates average over 16 inches of rain per year. The majority of that rainfall arriving between November and March each year.
We know. The last thing you are thinking about at the summer barbecue is preparing for the stormy season. But it really is worth taking a look around your house during fair weather, because finding out you have a problem during inclement conditions is at best inconvenient and at worst very costly.
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
Benjamin Franklin, 1736
Tips to Get Ready for Rainy Season
Check your rain gutters.
Clear them out and make sure they are in good working order to prevent damage to the roof or house.
Look at your roof.
If you see loose or damaged shingles, get them repaired. Look for tears and buckling on flashing. Check the chimney and look for damaged bricks, cap or cracked joints. Don’t forget the flashing there too.
Check indoors for signs of roof leaks.
Look for discoloration and peeling paint on ceilings and walls. Check in the attic for damp rafters.
Check the trees.
Trim back branches and cut sections that could fall in a rainstorm.
Check doors and windows.
Make sure there are properly insulated with weather stripping.
Look for water collecting at the base of the house.
Redirect water with trenches or drains away from the foundation of your home.
Keep sandbags on hand.
If your area is prone to flooding, keep them filled and at the ready.
Check for erosion.
This is important if you live near a hillside. Shore hillsides up if necessary.
If I can connect you to a professional to assist with any of these tasks, please reach out to me.
Having a knowledgeable and experienced real estate broker on your side helps protect your interests and ensure you make the best possible decisions. We are dedicated to keeping on top of the real estate market and keeping you informed of changes. You can rest easily knowing you made a well-informed decision based on experience and insight into the Concord California market.
To reach Peter Maclennan please call 925.385.8798 or email at peter@maclennaninvestments.com.
Peter is a real estate broker serving Central Contra Costa County. He and his family live in the Dana Estates Neighborhood.
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