Summer heat, humidity, and fast-moving thunderstorms can take a serious toll on your home if you’re not prepared. In this episode of About Your House, Ray Terry sits down with David Richardson to break down the most important summer homeowner maintenance tips and why preventative care can save you thousands in repairs.

From HVAC condensate drain maintenance and attic ventilation to crawlspace moisture control and energy efficiency upgrades, this conversation covers the real-world issues homeowners face every summer in the Carolinas and beyond.

But this episode goes deeper than home maintenance.

Ray and David also explore the growing concerns around declining construction quality, the loss of critical thinking in today’s workforce, and why rebuilding a strong foundation in skilled trades education is more important than  ...