Jul 14, 2022
There is something about drip drops of the seasonal rainfall that gives off an inexplicably charming aura. You prepare a fresh and soothing cup of tea and sip its warmth as you watch the raindrops touch the window panes. Simultaneously, the rainy season also instigates our sense of vigilance and concern. In a country like the Philippines, it is not uncommon to hear the news of the occasional street flooding, class suspensions, and slow-paced city traffic, among other things. Whichever the case, AllHome would like to assist you in preparing for the stormy troubles coming within the next few months. Here are five of the products that we recommend to you and other homeowners that will make your rainy days less of a hassle.
Often, when the downpour becomes too heavy, expect leaks to emerge, sometimes in the most undesirable places. Water can seep through the cracks hidden beneath your walls or in unnoticeable openings on your windows. The worst-case scenario would be a leak that reaches one of your home’s outlets, causing a dangerous short circuit.
For this, it is a good idea to have a water sealant ready for the season. An ideal product would be an adhesive resilient to exposure to natural elements, indoors or outdoors. They can come in different quantities and materials, such as this 480g Pioneer Painters Buddy Acrylic Gap Sealant, which is suitable for tiny gaps and edges, or this SURESEAL sealant made of polychloroprene rubber that comes in larger sizes.
Run-of-the-mill muggy weather may be manageable for some, but it might be a different ball game for many the moment the power goes out. As homeowners, we take electricity for granted to the point that we forget how vulnerable our power supply can be when a storm knocks down a critical power line. It would be hard enough to work around your home without power. How much more in the darkness of nighttime?
That is why a flashlight is essential to include in your emergency kit for the rainy season. Granted that most smartphones today have a built-in light, it is wise to save the battery power of your means of communication and possess a good, old-fashioned flashlight in handy.
At AllHome, we have a handful of flashlight models to choose from, but we would like to recommend two brands: ECOLUM and EverReady. These two utilize LED lighting, which means less battery power for longer shelf life. Not to mention, they are more affordable than your typical flashlights. Still, learn how to use one with care. Utilize your flashlight only for emergencies. Bring spare batteries just in case. Be careful not to drop your flashlights to avoid possible damage to the device.
And speaking of blackouts, the darkness might be the least of your problems. In some of the worst typhoons, power may not return to communities for days or weeks. It is bad news for homeowners with groceries and supplies stored in refrigerators or family members who need the Internet or phone signals to contact loved ones.
That is why some households have a backup, gasoline-powered generators in emergency situations. Models such as the FORTRESS FPG950 Power Generator can produce more than a thousand watts of electricity.
That said, just because you have an alternative power source does not mean you can use it regularly. Because generators run on a non-renewable source of energy, it’s always wise to only use them to power only essential appliances such as refrigerators and electric fans. Ensure that these appliances do not consume much energy before you consider using them through a generator. If possible, stock up some gasoline for some extra fuel.
In our modern world, we have grown heavily reliant on our smartphones & other gadgets to play games, communicate with others, and access the internet, among other purposes. With such use, charging them has become a routine, which becomes a problem if, as previously discussed, the power goes out. For such cases, tech enthusiasts have recommended power banks to phone users in case your home cannot provide the electricity to charge your smartphone and other gadgetry.
So, what do you have to look for in a good power bank? There are two characteristics to know when buying one: size and capacity.
One of the best perks of a power bank is its portability due to its generally lightweight and small size made to fit in pockets, bags, and pouches. Hence, people have not only used this device for emergencies but also outdoor travel.
Another great advantage to discuss is the amount of charge one can carry. Power banks with over 3,550 mAh are sufficient to charge a phone battery, while those with over 30,000 mAh can fully charge a PC laptop. To know what model is preferable, compare the overall battery capacity of your phone and the power bank. For instance, try this ALPHATECH AT-F13 Power Bank, which has over 16,000 mAh, enough to charge multiple gadgets.
However, as with the items we discussed in this article, you must use your power bank responsibly. Ensure that you have fully charged it on a regular or occasional basis. Use it only when you have to use your gadget urgently. Do not overly frequent your charging habits to make your power bank last longer.
Lastly, we will discuss one aspect of home living that is also affected by the wet season: laundry. After hours of washing the piles of clothes in the washing machine, we often rely on the sun upon to dry the damp laundry. It should not be an issue when the sun is up all day, but during a period of cold showers and cloudy skies, drying the clothes may take later than sooner. Hence, homeowners like you will need a dryer to make your clothes clean and ready to wear quickly!
At AllHome, we recommend the EUROTEK ESD-90WH 9 KG Spin Dryer, which can carry and dry over 9 kgs of clothing, perfect for those with sizable families!
And those are five items we recommend to prepare for the downpours of the coming months.
If you are looking for more things to safeguard yourself and your home from this wet climate, then drop by at AllHome, your one-stop place for all home-related supplies and materials. You can shop new by visiting your nearest AllHome branch or our e-commerce site at www.allhome.com.ph.
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Thanks for reading, and we’ll see you again in our next entry!
