The rainy season is here… How are you dealing with it?

According to property developer Empire East, it’s easy to care less about the rainy season if you’re living in a condo since your elevated location exempts you from the flood.

Condo living is hassle-free even when it’s raining if one makes the necessary preparations.

However, you must maintain and take care of your units to prevent damages.

Though Empire East have quality projects that can withstand different weather conditions, putting some extra care to your home won’t hurt a bit.

Empire East listed down five things that can be done to prepare condo units this rainy season.

1. Make windows, doors leak-proof

Check balcony door and windows for gaps. Make sure they will close all throughout. Window and door gaps allow rainwater to enter homes, which causes leaks to the units on the lower floors. To prevent this, use some simple renovations like window realignment and by applying waterproofing solvents.

Also, ensure that windows can be closed and sealed correctly.

2. Give space for wet shoes, umbrellas

Wet things are normal during rainy season but it can get messier so expect muddy shoes.

To avoid things being scattered around home, dedicate an area for them until they dry up. Provide a basket or tray for wet stuff to drain.

3. Where’s your electrical system?

Most condominium projects, if not all, have generators. But, if the need arises and the building administrators decide to switch off all the power, be familiar where the fuse box is to gain quick access to it.

4. Inspect entire unit

To avoid unwanted hassle and to enjoy hibernation period, check unit thoroughly before the storm hits the area so fixing can be done right away.

5. Beef up food supply, emergency needs

If the storm is really bad, classes and work can be suspended. Major roads are flooded and become impassable. You wouldn’t want to leave home.

Stock up on food before the storm to avoid getting stranded on the road buying groceries and other things. Some stores choose to close during this season. Also prepare emergency kit.

Empire East is presently engaged in the development and marketing of mid-cost housing projects in the form of condominium communities, subdivision lots and house and lot packages, and commercial units to a limited extent.

The company also leases out commercial and industrial properties. Its core products are mid- to high-rise condominium towers within Metro Manila up to single-detached homes and house-and-lot packages in progressive suburban areas.

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