The north-east monsoon brings Singapore's heaviest rain from November. Ten minutes of checking now can save a ceiling repair later.

Look for cracked or black silicone around the shower and basin, slow-draining floor traps, and any brown staining on the ceiling below your bathroom or under the aircon trunking.

Spot something? Send us a photo on WhatsApp and we'll tell you whether it's a quick reseal or a job for full waterproofing.