Rise Above the Rainy Season with These Easy House Renovation Ideas

It’s already May and chances are, you’ve already felt the cold drop of the first rains of summer, which signals that wet season is coming. It’s not an official end to the heat—actually, some night might be humidly warm when the wet season comes—but it is definitely when water problems in your home start rearing its head. If you’ve saved up enough to afford house renovation cost in the Philippines, now would be the time to put it out while the heavier rains haven’t made landfall yet!

Start from the Top

Right off the bat, do a check for leaks. Try to extend a water hose or bring up a pail of water up on your roof. Splash water repeatedly over the roof and ask someone else to inspect if there are leaks downstairs. Pay close attention to parts of the ceiling that look it has been water damaged. Of course, when in doubt, get a professional to inspect your roof.

Make Sure to Mold Proof

One thing that we may overlook when considering house renovation in the Philippines is mold proofing which actually cost less preventively than it would to treat after an infestation. Look for enclosed spaces where mold might thrive, usually in damp and dark places. Shelves, cabinets and drawers are common problem areas but so are walls that aren’t water proofed.

Consider Thy Neighbor

In the Philippines, the common setup we have with houses is that they are situated immediately next to each other with either a small space in between them or just a fire wall for houses that are completely connected to each other. If your house is higher than your neighbor’s, say you have a second floor and your neighbor has a bungalow, check the walls where your house meets their roof. This is easy to overlook but it is actually a problem area where water from both houses may converge and seep in through the wall. Make sure to properly water proof this side of your house with a superior brand of waterproof coating.

Don’t Forget to Maintain Underneath

Maybe one the more expensive house renovation cost that you’ll need to handle is for septic maintenance. In the Philippines, getting your septic tank syphoned, cleaned, or even expanded is required every 5-10 years, depending on how heavy your household uses the toilet; but it won’t be a bad idea to proactively get it checked now. Come the rainy season, water may seep into your drainage and sewage—the overflow is something that will definitely haunt your household for days or even weeks.