A lot of times, clients have a showing scheduled… and then the rain starts.
The first instinct is usually: “Let’s cancel.”
And honestly — sometimes that’s the right call.
Let’s talk about when you shouldn’t look at homes during a storm… and when it’s actually one of the best times to go.
Reasons You SHOULDN’T Tour a Home in the Rain
1. Safety comes first.
If you’re elderly or unsteady on your feet, wet walkways and slick steps can be dangerous. A fall is not worth it.
2. Severe weather is a hard no.
If there’s a tornado warning, heavy lightning, or debris flying around — we’re not touring anything.
I promise you, I will cancel the appointment myself.
Reasons Rain Can Actually Be the BEST Time to Tour
1. Roof leaks don’t hide in a storm.
One of the easiest ways to spot a leak is during active rain.
Just the other day, we opened a closet door during a showing… and found water everywhere.
Better to find that now than after closing.
2. You can see how the yard drains.
East Texas weather is often hot, dry, and humid — so drainage problems don’t show up until the first big rain.
Touring during a shower can reveal:
standing water
poor grading
runoff issues
flooding concerns
That’s valuable information before you buy.
Real Talk:
Rainy-day showings aren’t always convenient… but they can tell you a lot about a home.
Real Talk. Real Results.