Plumbing Prep for the Rainy Season

Protect Your Home Before the Storm Hits

In the Philippines, rainy season doesn’t just mean cooler days and cozy weather—it also brings heavy downpours, sudden floods, and plumbing nightmares if your system isn’t ready. At Yotubero, we’ve seen too many emergencies that could’ve been avoided with a bit of rainy season prep.

Here’s your friendly guide to getting your plumbing rain-ready:

1. Inspect Your Gutters and Downspouts

Let’s start from the top—literally.

Clogged gutters and downspouts are a major cause of water damage during storms. When water overflows, it seeps into walls, ceilings, and even your foundation.

Yotubero Tip:

Clear out dried leaves, mud, and debris.
Make sure downspouts are directing water away from your home.
If you’re scared of heights, let our team handle it safely.

2. Check for Pipe Leaks and Weak Spots

Even a small leak can become a major problem during heavy rainfall.

Walk around your home and check:

Exposed pipes
Faucet bases
Under the sink

If you see moisture, rust, or hear dripping sounds, don’t wait. The combination of rain and existing leaks can lead to burst pipes or mold.

Need help spotting leaks? Our leak detection pros can pinpoint issues without damaging your walls.

3. Test Your Drainage System

Flooding usually starts when your floor drains can’t handle the volume.

Try this:

Pour a bucket of water down each outdoor and indoor drain.
Watch how fast it goes down.
If it’s slow or backs up—uh oh—it’s time to clear those lines.

Pro Tip:
Don’t pour boiling water or harsh chemicals. We use high-pressure jetting for safe, thorough drainage clearing.

4. Install (or Test) a Backwater Valve

A backwater valve prevents dirty floodwater from backing up into your toilets, showers, and sinks.

If you already have one, check if it’s working. If you don’t—this is a smart investment, especially in flood-prone areas like parts of Pampanga, Bulacan, or Tarlac.

Yotubero installs backflow preventers and tests existing ones, especially before rainy months.

5. Keep Your Sump Pump Ready

Do you have a basement or low-lying area? A sump pump is your best friend during the rainy season.

It automatically pumps water out before flooding happens.

Test it by pouring water into the pit.
Clean any sludge or dirt that might clog the pump.

Don’t have one? We can recommend and install the right size for your home.

BONUS: Know Who to Call

Rainy season plumbing issues are stressful.
Save our number in your phone, so if something floods or breaks, you’re not scrambling. Yotubero’s Quick-Response Team is ready rain or shine.

Let Yotubero Help You Rain-Proof Your Plumbing

Rainy season plumbing issues are stressful.
Whether it’s gutter clearing, drainage inspection, sump pump maintenance, or emergency leak repair—we’ve got you covered.

Call us now or book your rainy season plumbing checkup today.
We serve homes in Pampanga, Bulacan, Bataan, Tarlac, and Olongapo.