Notes

Before the visit

Notes to sort out a repair anywhere in Massachusetts. They do not replace seeing the house.

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  A short list before you call

  Three facts are enough for the first conversation about a repair to stay on the work.

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  What to note if the exterior looks damp

  Before painting over it, look at where the water arrives and which side of the house shows it.

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  Wood in the weather, before summer

  Decks, steps, and wood trim need a look while they are dry, not once they are in daily use.