In this guide 4 sections
Start before the first heavy rain
Monsoon damage in the Valley usually starts small: a blocked roof outlet, a hairline crack on the terrace, a junction box that lets water in. Each is a quick job in the dry weeks before the rain, and an expensive one after a storm.
These seven checks cover what goes wrong most often. You can do some yourself; for the rest, book a specialist early, because everyone else will be calling in Asar.
Seven jobs to do before the rains
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Clear roof outlets and gutters
Leaves, plastic and dust block terrace outlets over winter. Clear them, pour a bucket of water through, and make sure it runs away from the walls.
- Who
- You, or a labourer
- Time
- Under an hour
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Check terrace and roof waterproofing
Look for cracks, lifted tiles and dark patches on the ceiling below. Small cracks can be sealed; wide ones need a mason before the rain arrives.
- Who
- Mason
- Book
- 2–3 weeks ahead
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Clean the water tank and service the pump
Silt gets into supply lines during the monsoon. A clean tank and a working float valve stop dirty water and dry taps.
- Typical cost
- Rs 1,500 – 2,500
- Who
- Plumber
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Test earthing and outdoor wiring
Wet walls and loose outdoor connections are a shock risk. Have an electrician check the earthing, junction boxes and any outdoor sockets.
- Who
- Electrician
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Protect wooden doors and frames
Doors swell and stick in the humidity. Plane anything already tight and seal exposed wood before it soaks up moisture.
- Who
- Carpenter
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Pest-proof before insects move in
Damp brings termites, cockroaches and mosquitoes indoors. Treat drains and wood early; it is cheaper than treating an infestation.
- Who
- Pest control
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Treat damp-prone walls
If a wall showed damp last year, it will again. A waterproof primer or damp treatment before repainting saves doing the job twice.
- Who
- Painter
A blocked roof drain costs very little to clear in the dry season. After a storm, the same drain can mean a damp ceiling and a repaint.
Specialists for your pre-monsoon check
Monsoon prep FAQ
When should I book pre-monsoon repairs?
Two to three weeks before the rains is ideal. Masons and waterproofing specialists get booked up quickly once the first storms arrive.
Can one visit cover several of these checks?
Often, yes. Describe everything you want looked at when you contact us and the coordinator will plan who needs to visit and in what order.
Someone will call you.
A person at Najik reads every request. You will hear from us within two hours between 7am and 8pm, and first thing in the morning otherwise.
We call to confirm the job, the access and a time that suits you.
We name the technician or team coming, and what the visit will cost before they set out.
Nothing to pay Najik. You pay the specialist directly for the work.
Water still running or no power? Call us now on 9740269983 and we will move it up the list.
