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Exterior Home Appliance Maintenance and Safety The appliances outside of your home should be properly cared for and used. These tips will help keep your exterior home appliances in good shape and prevent accidental injuries when using them.

lack of proper attic insulation can increase the risk of damage due to ice dam formations in winter. Heat escaping from the home through the attic can cause the temperature of the upper part of the roof to rise, while the lower sections remain colder. This results in ice dam formations at the lower edges of a roof, trapping melting snow and preventing it from draining away properly. This can lead to water leaks, causing both physical damage in the home and moisture related health issues. If you live in a climate with regular snowfall, taking a few preventive steps could help:

1. Have gutters and down spouts cleaned to help ensure proper drainage away from the home.

2. Check for air leaks inside your home that may lead to the attic, and seal gaps around plumbing and wiring, attic hatches, and light fixtures.

3. Make sure attic is properly vented and that vents are not blocked or damaged.

4. Have your attic insulation checked by a professional and consider making recommended improvements to help prevent more costly repairs down the line.

Follow our Home H2O series this week to learn more about water issues that can occur in the home, appliances and plumbing, and tips to help protect your home.

7 Reasons Why You Should Check Your Gutters Today Gutter cleaning is an essential but often overlooked, maintenance task. Left uncleaned, gutters quickly clog, causing potentially thousands of dollars of damage to your roof, walls, and foundations.

Always love helping clients with home inspections and all the extra items as well! Love getting feedback as well!

Hi Tom, we appreciate your thoughtful feedback! We are glad we were able to assist you during a very important and critical process for you. Serving our clients selflessly and tirelessly is one of the common bonds for all WIN Home Inspectors. We wish you the very best.

It is surprising to see how many materials that potentially contain asbestos are still installed inside and outside of homes. Call me for your inspection needs. 970-682-5004

asbestos is a toxic mineral that was commonly used in building materials until the late 1970s. Asbestos can be found in many older homes in roof tiles, insulation, and cement wall siding. Its use has declined in recent years, but asbestos exposure is still believed to be a factor in 40,000 deaths a year in the US, according to the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization. As such, awareness regarding asbestos is important for understanding and mitigating risks in your home.

Follow WIN Home Inspection’s Asbestos Series this week to learn more about asbestos, where it can be found, and steps to take if you suspect it in your home.

Garage Door Maintenance: 11 Preventive Maintenance Tips Garage doors are deceptively simple. With preventive maintenance, you can ensure your garage door lasts for years. Garage doors are also very heavy. Therefore, use precaution, and call for professional help to avoid injuries. Read on to explore 11 great ways to keep your garage door in perfect worki...