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For Owners of Historic Homes, Winter Prep Starts Now

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A picturesque historic stone house surrounded by lush trees and a vibrant lawn under a clear sky.
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Preservation experts are urging owners of older houses to get ahead of a handful of maintenance tasks before the weather turns, rather than wait until cold sets in. The guidance treats a historic house as something that rewards attention on a schedule, not just when something breaks. Done now, the work means a home already stands ready when winter arrives, its systems and structure sound before the season makes any of it harder to address.

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With reporting from Veranda.

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