If you’ve lived in Portland for more than a minute, you already know our summers don’t come in hot like they do in other places. They sneak in slowly—one dry day here, one warmer evening there—until suddenly you realize it’s 78 degrees, your windows are all open, and you’re eating popsicles on the porch like it’s a job. But for homeowners, that slow seasonal shift also means it’s way too easy to put off what your house needs before summer kicks into gear. And once you’re chasing yellowjackets out of your living room or realizing your deck looks like it’s been through three centuries, it’s already too late. So here’s what to actually check off your list before that perfect Portland sunshine rolls in for good.

That Damp Smell in the Basement? It’s Not Just “Portland Being Portland”

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