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 Saturday, October 11, 2008
Tip of the Day Categories » Roofing

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Raindrops Keep Falling

Butch Cassidy was born on this day in 1866. In the movie in which he and the Sundance Kid were portrayed, the song about raindrops became famous. Today, it's a good reminder for homeowners that April showers bring headaches if you don't fix the leaks, drips and puddles that come with it. Before the next downpour, clean out gutters and look for holes and rust. If you've got them, clean with a wire brush and rust chemicals, and then patch with roofing cement or gutter sealer. Fix leaks at joints with the same compounds and paint to protect bare metal, and to blend in. Then inspect the roof with binoculars and do a walk-around the house looking for winter damage. When it rains, check the attic for leaks, and when it quits, do another walk-around, looking for low spots where ground water collects. Make a note of it, and fill in with dirt for better runoff and drainage away from the house. Rain is beautiful when you're prepared and a big mess when you're not. And that's the On The House tip for today.

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