Exterior · low safety risk
Inspect exterior caulk and seals
Find gaps around windows and doors before water and drafts get in.
- How often
- Twice a year
- Time
- 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Editorial status
- Awaiting human review
Before you begin
Tools
- Flashlight
- Binoculars
How to do it
- Inspect accessible window and door perimeters.
- Look for cracked, missing, or separated sealant.
- Check penetrations for pipes, cables, and vents.
- Photograph and schedule repairs for failed areas.
Stop and get help when
- Soft wall material
- Large or widening gaps
- Persistent indoor moisture
Hire an exterior professional for inaccessible areas, suspected hidden water damage, or openings associated with structural movement.
Sources and review
Written by Upkeeping editorial team. This draft is awaiting human subject-matter and safety review and is not eligible for search indexing.