Preparing Your Home Exterior for Winter

MOUNTAIN VIEW — Prior to winter, it’s a good idea to prepare your home exterior for the windy, rainy weather. You can do this by inspecting your home exterior for any moisture-vulnerable areas and sealing them with an appropriate product. These include any areas of exposed wood (which should be sealed with primer) and any gaps or holes (which should be filled with caulking or patched with an appropriate exterior sealant). By keeping water from permeating your home’s wood, this annual step can go a long way toward prolonging the life of your house paint.