Darylene Dennon

Nov. 15, 2019 at 11:51 am Special to NWhomes Q: With fall winding down and winter right around the corner, I’m wondering what I should do to prepare for the cold, wet months? A: Winter is fast approaching, and it’s time to start giving serious thought to preparing for the rain and chill of winter. Over the last 31 years, I’ve assembled this fall maintenance checklist based on my own professional and personal experience.

These pro tips can help you understand the advice and information that’s flooding the marketplace before starting your project. Q: Seems like everyone is an expert these days. I’m contemplating a major paint project and would like to know how to distinguish whether what these so-called experts are saying are facts or merely a cash-grab fantasy. A: It’s true: There is a wealth of information on the internet seemingly tailor-made to confuse you.

After you take down those holiday decorations, clean up around the house and start looking for a professional painting contractor. Q: Is this a good time to get a jump on our painting project? And if so, what should we look for in a professional painter? A: Once the commitments and chaos of this month’s holiday celebrations are over, January can be a perfect time to consider painting the inside of your home.