Do these in fall
- Clean gutters and test downspouts
- Glance for missing shingles from the ground
- Check sealant at windows and doors (replace failed beads)
- Extend downspouts away from the foundation
- Trim branches that scrape the roof
Book before winter if
- Active leaks
- Soft fascia or sagging gutters
- Widespread missing tabs
- You want a spring install slot reserved
Safety
Skip the icy ladder. Hire cleaning or inspections when heights or weather make DIY unsafe.