Monsoon exposes every weakness in a building’s envelope, especially the roof. A few checks before the rains arrive can save you from leaks and emergency repairs later.
Look for visible cracks on the terrace surface, especially near joints, parapet walls and around water tanks. Hairline cracks might not look serious, but they can still let water seep in over time.
Check drainage points. Are the terrace outlets and pipes clear of leaves, dust and plastic? Blocked drains cause water to pool, and sitting water finds its way into the structure sooner or later.
Inspect areas around solar panels, dish antennas or any other installations. Sometimes drilling for these leaves small unsealed gaps.
If your building has waterproofing layers, see if any portion looks peeled, bubbled or damaged. These are vulnerable spots.
Even if you’re not a technical expert, noticing and reporting these issues to the society or a contractor early gives them time to fix things before the first heavy shower hits.