Heavy rain can reveal weaknesses around a home that are almost impossible to spot during dry weather. Overflowing gutters, poorly positioned downspouts, clogged drains, and “A Post Storm Home Maintenance Checklist for Preventing Basement Water Problems”
Buying near the coast in Santa Barbara County can be as much about understanding the property’s practical realities as falling in love with its architecture, “Reading Between the Lines: A Practical Guide to Evaluating Coastal Santa Barbara Homes”
