8 Problems You Should Fix in Your Home Ahead of the Summer, According to Pros

But to enjoy themost that summer has to offerwhen it does arrive, there are sometasks homeowners should tacklenow.

Whileextensive tree removalrequires a professional, you’re able to trim back foliage.

Inspecting your outdoor lines is an important step inpreventing future damage to your home from water intrusions and leaks.

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The seasons can be rough on your homes plumbing system when itgoes through freezeand thaw cycles, Gregory says.

He can attest that weatherstripping has drastically lowered the utility bills for his own 100-year-old home in San Antonio.

Most weatherstripping comes with adhesive backing that makes it easy to cut, peel, and stick.

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This isnt a fun task, but once youre up there its easy and almost cathartic, he says.

Check the Attic for Bats

Make no mistakepest control is a year-round effort for homeowners.

A little work now can go a long way toward your summer enjoyment.

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