Summer is here, and that means heat, humidity, afternoon storms, and potential home maintenance headaches.

In this episode of About Your House, Ray Terry shares practical advice every homeowner should know before temperatures climb even higher. From preventing expensive HVAC failures to reducing energy bills and avoiding moisture problems, this episode is packed with real-world tips backed by decades of hands-on experience.

Ray also discusses why critical thinking and craftsmanship matter in today's construction industry, shares a real-life service call that demonstrates the importance of trade skills, and explains how the mission of Put Tools in Schools continues to address the growing skilled trades shortage.

Topics include:

• Summer HVAC maintenance • How condensate drains work—and why  ...