fix the roof while the sun is shining
English
Etymology
From the notion that it is easier and more beneficial to fix a roof during dry rather than wet weather.
Verb
fix the roof while the sun is shining
- (proverbial) To deal with an problem or potential problem while conditions are favorable.
- 1986, The Economist - Volume 299 - Page 4
- You state it well: we should fix the roof while the sun is shining, and expand our nuclear-electric generating capacity while interest rates are low
- 1986, The Economist - Volume 299 - Page 4