Summer is here and while most of us look forward to picnics, outings, camping and vacations, it’s smart to also do a few nips and tucks on your home.
Take the time when the weather is nice to inspect and tackle any maintenance now, well ahead of fall and winter, and to fix any problems before they become major repair projects. Here are some tips that you can follow:
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Start by either climbing up and inspecting the roof or viewing it from the ground. Look for signs of wear on the shingles, curling, cracking or protruding nails.
Also check the valleys where two rooflines intersect. Check the metal, flashings around chimneys and flues, as well as the rubber boots around plumbing vents.
Inspect flashing around skylights and caulk any areas that may leak.
Clean and inspect your rain gutters. Get rid of all the debris that’s collected and make sure that downspouts carry water from the gutters and that water doesn’t pool up.
Fix any issues as needed. Get Hopping on Summer Home Maintenance