09/20/2026
š§ļø South Bay Homeowners, El NiƱo is up ahead! Donāt wait for weather to hit to protect your greatest asset. . . your home.
Here are 8 things you should be doing NOW to safeguard your property:
š Inspect your roof: Schedule a roofer before a leak happens to check for weak spots, loose shingles, pooling, and flashing issues.
š§Clear rain gutters: Hire a service to remove debris from gutters and ensure downspouts properly divert water away from your foundation.
š”Check your trees: Have a licensed arborist walk your property to identify weak limbs and rotted trees before storm cleanup causes months of delays.
šŖExamine windows: Check the exterior perimeter for loose seals, clear weep holes of dirt and debris, and inspect your weatherstripping.
šŖ Test sump pumps: Call a plumber (or an electrician) to ensure your pump is running efficiently before a flood happens.
šClear property drains: Walk your property to examine drains and clear them of all dirt and debris.
šStock up on sandbags: If your property is vulnerable to pooling or ocean storm surges, grab sandbags from local public works yards or fire stations in Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, or Torrance.
š¤Review insurance: Talk to your agent now about flood coverage, mudflows, sump pump failures, and waiting periods.
At Chhabria Real Estate Co., weāve worked with the best local trades for over 40 years. Reach out if you need a trusted referral to get your home prepared. The best case is youāve just taken care of important deferred maintenance that should be regularly scheduled anyway š