6 home maintenance mistakes to never make in summer – and what to do instead

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Longer days and warmer weather make summer the perfect time to tackle home maintenance tasks, and these are the mistakes experts warn you to never make.

Not all jobs around the house are created equal, and some summer maintenance habits can do more harm than good. Here, home care pros reveal six of the most common mistakes to avoid during the sunnier months.