As you set your goals for 2026, make updating your home a priority with expert interior services from Handyman Connection in the South Shore, MA, area. Winter in New England can bring colder temperatures and occasional snow, making it the perfect time to focus on interior projects while outdoor work is on hold. Starting the year with planned updates to drywall, paint, storage, and remodeling helps prevent small issues from turning into bigger problems. Our skilled craftsmen help homeowners improve comfort, organization, and overall home value throughout the winter months and beyond.
Winter is an ideal season in South Shore, MA, for interior updates, allowing homeowners to focus on indoor improvements while outdoor projects are limited by weather. The New Year is a natural time to invest in practical upgrades that maintain your home’s condition, improve daily functionality, and prepare your space for family gatherings and everyday living. Handyman Connection in South Shore provides reliable craftsmanship and dependable service to help you start 2026 with a home that feels refreshed, organized, and ready for the season ahead.
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home maintenance / September 1, 2022
If left unchecked, dry rot and wood rot can create lots of damage and consequences for your home. In areas prone to moisture such as windows, the basement, crawlspaces, and more can all build up moisture over time. In this blog, learn how to look for, identify, and treat dry rot in your home.
Use a long-handled screwdriver and a flashlight to search areas susceptible to moisture in your home. If the wood can be punctured or penetrated by the screwdriver, is soft, has an odor, is discolored, is swollen, and more, these are signs of rot. It is recommended to check yearly before wintertime.
Start by drying out the area first. Find and fix the leak first or seal where the moisture is coming in from. Set up a fan and dehumidifier for a few days to make sure the wood is all dried out. Once dried, seal the area with borate or copper wood preservative. Check back in a few days and a few weeks later to make sure the seal holds and no new moisture seeps in.
You can prevent moisture buildup by keeping a dehumidifier in the basement, installing an exhaust fan in the bathroom, and if you have a deck outside, wipe off any standing water after it rains.
With these tips, your home will be safe from the risks of rot and moisture. Check once a year and if you need any help with these tasks, reach out to local craftspeople to schedule estimates and at-home consultations to get professional help.
Contact our team at Handyman Connection of South Shore for your home repair needs. Fill out a form or call (781) 427-7537 to schedule an estimate.
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