How to fix a roof leak before the monsoon in Kerala
Book before the rain, not during it
In Kerala, searches for roofers peak in May — right before the monsoon — and the good teams get booked out. The dry months, January to April, are the best time: surfaces are dry enough for sealants and waterproofing to work properly.
Common causes of leaks
- GI or aluminium sheets: rusted sheets, loose or rusted screws, worn washers, gaps at the ridge
- Mangalore tile roofs: cracked or slipped tiles, rotten battens, blocked valleys
- Concrete terraces: cracks, failed waterproofing, water pooling near the drain outlet
- Blocked gutters and downpipes, which push water back under the roof
What you can check safely
- From inside, note exactly where the water drips and photograph the stains
- Clear leaves from gutters and terrace drains — the cheapest fix there is
- On a terrace, look for cracks and places where water stands after rain
- Don't walk on sheet or tile roofs yourself — that's how most roofing accidents happen
How WeAid prices roofing
A roofer visits first (₹99, taken off the bill if you go ahead), finds the cause and sends you a written, itemised quote with materials included. You pay 35% to book — refundable until work starts — and the rest only after you've checked the finished work.
Tell us what you need — we'll arrange it
Describe the job, and WeAid finds an available pro near you and confirms the price before anyone comes. No calling round, no haggling.
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