You'll want to get a head start on your fall home maintenance items sooner than later. | SaltWire
Mike Holmes · Postmedia News | Posted: Sept. 27, 2022, 11:30 a.m. | Updated: Sept. 27, 2022, 11:30 a.m. | 4 Min ReadSTORY CONTINUES BELOW THESE SALTWIRE VIDEOS
If this sounds like your property, don’t think about pruning it yourself. Get a licensed professional, like a utility arborist, to prune any branches within three metres of the power line. You can get a fatal shock without ever touching a power line. Electricity may “arc” or jump to you or your tools if you are too close. Ensure you stay at least three metres away from power lines — safety first.
Also, ensure your downspouts are functioning and there’s no blockage. It’s not the most enjoyable home maintenance task, but it needs to be done, and you can always hire a professional, if you are not up to the challenge. While outside, also check for cracks in your foundation walls. Cracks that are wider at one end or get bigger over time could mean serious issues. The general rule is to consult with a professional if you can insert a dime in the gap. And, of course, if you notice water getting into your basement, then you need to get this checked out immediately and consult with a basement waterproofing specialist.
The door seal, or door sweep, is a crucial component to any outside door, but particularly of a garage door because it keeps the weather, such as rain, snow, and critters from entering your garage. Flexible materials, like rubber, vinyl or silicone, seal the gap along the floor when the door closes to keep it all out. On high-quality doors, this seal should last for several years. However, it’s important to check regularly to ensure the seal has no rips, cracks, or gaps.
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