Although an unwelcome thought in this year's mediocre summer, winter is not far away, particularly where house maintenance is concerned.
Winter weather is especially good at forcing water into the home.
This can be by way of loose roof tiles and gutters and down pipes that need clearing. Brickwork, pointing, and rendering not only help to make your house attractive but are important in protecting it from the elements and may need attention. If they do not receive the attention they need, damp problems are likely to follow. Windows can also suffer in the winter by jamming or not closing properly. This can be caused by poor paintwork or loose putty allowing water in which can swell wood, causing jamming, and must be allowed to dry out before an effective repair can be made.