Is Your Apartment Monsoon-Ready? Here’s What to Check

admin | July 16, 2025

The first spell of rain brings with it a mix of joy and trouble. After weeks of heat, the city finally cools, and children flock to the windows; the smell of moist dirt permeates the air. However, the monsoon’s other side soon emerges. Windows begin to drip, balconies turn into paddling lakes, and damp patches appear under cabinets.

The monsoon can be either a peaceful, enjoyable time of year for flat dwellers or a time when minor annoyances accumulate. The level of preparation your house has for the rain will determine everything.

It’s not enough to just remove clothes from the line and load up on umbrellas to be monsoon-ready. Small details like a clear drain on your terrace, a rubber seal around your balcony door, or a dry wall corner that remains dry are important. These aren’t substantial repairs, but they can become so if you ignore them.

This blog serves as an easy checklist to help you make sure that important areas of your house are prepared for the upcoming rainy season.

Check the Edges: Windows, Doors, and Balcony Entrances

Commence at the intersection of the inside and exterior. Even if your balcony windows and doors appear to be sealed, a little fracture or opening could allow water to enter covertly. The wet patch that is growing across the floor of your living room may go unnoticed at first until after a particularly hard downpour.

Run your hands along the frames. Water can easily find its way through if you can sense air moving through it. A basic weather strip, rubber gaskets, or sealant tapes can all help keep rain out. Additionally, inspect the hinges and locks; even when the doors are closed, water might enter through loose fittings.

Windows that slide are another frequent offender. Water may pool in the lower tracks and spill into the space. To allow water to escape, keep these grooves clear of debris, clean, and angled slightly outward.

Clear Drainage Routes and Slopes

One thing unites rooftops, utility areas, and balconies: drain holes that are often disregarded until they flood. They can become clogged with dead leaves, plastic wrappers, or even plant pot dirt. Even a single clogged drain can result in hours of mopping or, worse, paint and flooring damage.

Watch where the water flows after you spill a jug of it on the ground. It should ideally depart rapidly and slope towards the outflow. If not, a minor modification or prompt cleaning can prevent a far more serious issue.

Spot the Early Signs of Damp Walls

It takes time for moisture to show up. It begins subtly, like a musty smell coming from a corner shelf, a patch of paint that appears slightly discoloured, or the edge of a wall that feels cooler than usual.

Be mindful of spaces close to windows, restrooms, and exterior walls. These have a higher propensity to absorb rainfall. On painted walls, surface-level bubbles or hairline fissures may appear innocuous, but they frequently indicate deeper water seepage. If you ignore them, you might have to cope with fungus stains, flaking paint, or even compromised plaster.

Mind the Wires and Appliances

Damage from electricity and water doesn’t require much. Verify the covers on all outlets, particularly those in kitchens and balconies. When it rains, you should raise or remove the extension cords that run down the floor.

Even though electrical appliances are generally safe to place near windows or balconies in dry weather, avoid doing so. If you’ve previously experienced damp problems, think about having a short inspection to make sure the wiring is safe and secure.

Balcony Furniture and Plant Corners

The throw rug outside your balcony door or your beloved cane chair could become a moisture trap. Even with a roof, rain-soaked winds can bring in water, which these plush furnishings absorb.

Move movable furniture away from the edges by a small amount. Lift plant containers to make room for drainage underneath. Pots that overflow can cause discoloured tiles and slick surfaces. It’s also a good idea to store fewer items on the balcony, particularly if they have water-retention capabilities.

Fabric Choices Matter

Heavy rugs and curtains can get musty and take longer to dry during the rainy season. Make the switch to lighter, faster-drying curtains. Absorbent floor rugs and washable door mats are easy to clean and help control wet footprints.

Look for places where furniture contacts the walls as well. Tightly pressing couches or mattresses into moist corners can cause mould growth or fabric deterioration before you realise something is amiss.

Keep an Eye on Common Areas

When it rains, common areas, including stairwells, hallways, and lobby areas, may get slick. Maintaining the common areas of your building has a significant impact. When it’s raining and dark outside, covered drying areas, non-slip flooring in the entry, and functional lighting in the stairwells are more important than you may think.

When It Rains, You Shouldn’t Have to Worry

The residences that don’t require you to worry about weather changes are the greatest. You can rest easy knowing your flat is prepared for monsoon, meaning there won’t be any must-do mopping, wet areas or strange odours leaking in.

Rain is not an inconvenience at Veegaland Homes; rather, it is a natural part of the season. Residents can enjoy the rain without worrying about its consequences because of careful construction, well-considered drainage design, the choice of water-resistant materials, and enough ventilation.

Veegaland’s apartments are all designed to withstand Kerala’s weather, including rain. Inside, everything remains dry and peaceful even while it pours outside. That’s the kind of difference you feel, but never have to think about.