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Mid-Missouri is known for its unpredictable weather, so when you own a home at the Lake of the Ozarks , you need to be prepared for just about anything at anytime.  The Lake area's weather has turned out to be unseasonably warm for this time of year, but winter will eventually show up.  Now is a great time to check a few things around your Lake of the Ozarks real estate to make sure that you are ready for the cold and snow.   Inspect your roof. Take a good look at both the inside and the outside of your roof.   Check closely for any damage that needs to be repaired.   Damage here can let both cold temperatures and melting snow leak into your home.  While you are outside, clear the gutters so that ice and snow do not get trapped.  Trim any overhanging branches that could fall onto the house too.  Back inside, upgrade any insulation that is looking thin.   Drain pipes. Water left in any pipes in  Lake of the Ozarks second h...

Summer is not over quite yet, but it's not too early to start thinking about preparing your home for the Fall and Winter seasons.  If you start doing a few things now to your Lake of the Ozarks real estate , you'll have plenty of time to get it all done before it's too cold.  Going through the following list will ensure that the outside of your house stands up to the weather and the inside keeps you safe and warm.      Outside your home: Take the time to walk around the outside of your house while the temperature is still pleasant and before the leaves begin falling and cover things up.  Making sure that the following things are taken care of before the snow begins falling will help to assure everything is in good shape when Spring rolls back around.  Inspect and clean out gutters and downspouts. Replace any missing or damaged weather stripping on doors and windows. Caulk all cracks and gaps to prevent drafts from entering the hous...