Yesterday, in the heart of Setapak, I was called to attend to a pressing issue at a customer’s house. The rainy season had arrived with a heavy downpour that tested the strength of homes across the neighborhood. As the storm raged on, the customer’s roof, once resilient, began to give way. Water trickled through cracks, steadily dripping into the living room and pooling on the floor. It was a vivid reminder of the saying, "Prepare for a rainy day." While the leak seemed minor, it served as a stark warning of what can happen when maintenance is neglected. Planning ahead can help homeowners avoid costly repairs down the line; a small leak left unchecked can grow into a much bigger problem—like a collapsed ceiling that demands extensive and expensive repairs. In that moment, it became clear how critical it is to address these vulnerabilities early before they spiral out of control.
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