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Week 38 · September

Caulk windows and exterior penetrations

Rain gets in where pipes, wires and windows go through the wall. Caulk is the cheapest leak prevention there is.

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Week 38SeptemberTime: 1 daySkill: Easy

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  1. Cut out cracked caulk.
  2. Do not caulk the weep holes at the bottom of windows.
  3. Seal around trim, hose bibs, cables and dryer vents.
When to call a pro: Water stains inside under windows: flashing problem; a contractor may need to pull the window.
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