Country Homes & Interiors

Whatever the weather

There are many things to love about autumn – the crunchy leaves, the warm woollen jumpers and the roaring fires, to name a few. However, it also brings wind, rain and a significant drop in temperature, not to mention the promise of frosts and possibly snow later in the season. Before the weather turns, take the opportunity to weatherproof your home to ensure that it is ready to face whatever the sky throws at it.

CHECK THE ROOF

If you take only one step to weatherproof your home, then checking the roof is essential. To do this, either get out the ladders or stand across the street or at the bottom of the garden and assess the roof with binoculars. If

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