Cleaning the house in the fall season is essential for good insulation. It allows you to spend the winter avoiding facing unpleasant surprises.
Clean the gutters
Autumn leaves accumulate in the gutters, thus preventing the flow of rainwater. They must be removed to avoid any inconvenience because the gutters prevent water from entering the roof and reduce the accumulation of water around the foundation.
If these gutters are blocked, they no longer play their role. This is why it is important to have them cleaned regularly.
Install accessories for a good drainage of rainwater
The leaf guard is a perforated screen to prevent leaves and other debris from settling and accumulating at the bottom of the gutter.
The crapaudine (gutter filter) prevents dead leaves or other waste from obstructing the downspouts of gutters.
Clean the roof
The maintenance of your roof is essential to guarantee its tightness and its strength. At the slightest problem, the repairs cost quickly. With the onset of winter, have your roof checked by a professional to avoid any humidity problem.
The ideal would be to clean the roof twice a year.
> In the fall, when all the dead leaves have finished falling, the tiles should be cleaned with a push broom (the use of a pressure washer can cause infiltration) to remove moss, lichen and leaves. The roof must then be sprayed with anti-foam to completely protect it from the elements and let it act all winter to restore the roof’s shine.
In addition, to limit the appearance of moss on the roof, consider pruning your trees around and the size of the vegetation that climbs along the facades of the house.
> In Spring, after the winter stages, apply a water repellent treatment that will reduce the porosity of the tiles.
At the dawn of winter, the days get shorter. Have lighting or lighting accessories installed in the garden (bollards, exterior posts, solar lights) to continue to enjoy them from your interior and secure your exterior!
For latecomers, think about your exterior paintings
It cannot be repeated enough, quality materials and the right tools are essential to do serious work. The professionals are there to support you in your projects.