5 tips for taking care of your home during the rainy season.
In one year, Thailand is considered to have rain quite often. And during this time the rainy season has officially begun. But even then, we don't know exactly which days there will be heavy rain. Problems that come with the rainy season, such as water leaks, roof leaks, and humidity in the house. All of which creates annoyance and may cost you money and time later. Therefore, prepare to deal with the problems that come with the rainy season. Especially taking care of the house
1.Regularly check each point in the house where leakage problems may occur.
The first popular problem that occurs during the rainy season. Of course, this is the problem of water leaks at each point inside the house, whether it be walls, ceilings, or window sills. Checking leak points within the house. If found early, it can be prevented quickly without escalation. Initially, if there is not a lot of leakage, such as around the edge of the window You can fix it yourself by using silicone or sealant by checking first whether the leak point is inside the house or outside. If the leak point is outside the house and is on the side where the wind or rain splashes in, Additional awnings may need to be installed to solve the long-term problem of rain splashing.
2.Check/prevent mold from mattresses and furniture.
During the rainy season, the air inside the house has high humidity. Inspecting furniture and mattresses is therefore an important thing that should not be overlooked. Because if the mattress gets damp, it may cause mold problems later. And fungi can create spores to spread into the air. This can cause negative effects or health hazards later, such as headaches, fever, nasal congestion, eye irritation, and respiratory problems.
The best way to prevent this is to expose furniture or mattresses to the sun on sunny days. If germs grow on blankets or furniture covers that can be removed and washed, Clean it with hot water and expose it to the sun. But if you see too much mold growing Molded furniture or mattresses should be discarded to prevent its spread. Another way is to use furniture or mattresses made from materials that are free from mold or dust mites, such as latex mattresses.
3.Clean the gutters
During the rainy season, around the rain gutters or various drainage pipes. There may be debris in the leaves or garbage that is clogging the pipe, causing rainwater to not be able to be drained out. If left untreated, it will become a source of dirt accumulation. Gutter cleaning can be done manually by shoveling away leaves. Remove all dust or garbage that is in the gutter. And use a hose to clean the gutters to remove dirt.
4. Check the electrical system within the house.
Checking the electrical system in the home during the rainy season is extremely important. Because if rainwater hits electrical wires that are already damaged May cause danger to residents. Places that should be especially looked at are electrical wires or electrical systems that are near various risky points, such as near windows or doors. where rain might splash in The basics are to try and find something to cover it up. Or change to use a power plug with an open-close cover. It will help increase safety even more.
5. Prevent and eliminate insects that come with the rainy season.
Various animals or insects often escape rainwater and come into the house, including cockroaches, centipedes, rats, and mosquitoes, most of which are animals that carry germs or are poisonous. And it creates a lot of nuisance. Therefore, we must always keep the house clean, not cluttered, and avoid keeping food scraps or overnight trash inside the house. Seal all spaces in the home that are at risk for animals to enter, such as water pipes in the bathroom. Water pipes at the sink, window nooks, door nooks, and the use of various equipment. To prevent insects, for example, use natural substances to repel insects. Or have an animal or insect exterminator come in to help.
