Proper preparation is key to keeping winter’s bitter chill and associated bugs and critters out and cozy warmth in. It will also help save time and aggravation come spring.
Get out the ladder, and start at the top. Clean out the gutters, and repair or replace any that are leaky, sagging, or misaligned. Be sure to look at the fascia behind the gutters for signs of rotted wood or other indications of water damage from old or improperly installed gutters.