Weatherproofing & Pests

Protect your shed and stored items from harsh Canadian weather conditions and unwanted animal visitors with comprehensive weatherproofing techniques and natural pest control strategies. Learn how to combat moisture, prevent rust, and keep your storage space clean and pest-free year-round.

Weatherproof storage
Weatherproofing

Preventing Moisture Damage in Sheds

Combat rust, mold, and rot with proper ventilation systems, moisture barriers, vapor barriers, and dehumidification strategies specifically tailored for Canadian climate conditions. This essential guide covers installing ridge vents and soffit vents, using moisture-absorbing products like desiccants, identifying signs of water intrusion early, preventing condensation on metal tools, and seasonal humidity monitoring.

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Shed sealing
Weatherproofing

Sealing Gaps and Cracks for Winter

Keep cold air, snow, and pests out by properly sealing all gaps, cracks, and openings in your shed using weatherstripping, caulk, and expanding foam appropriate for Canadian temperature extremes. Learn where to check for air leaks, choosing materials that remain flexible in freezing temperatures, sealing around doors and windows, gap filling without blocking necessary ventilation, and annual inspection schedules.

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Mouse prevention
Weatherproofing

Keeping Mice and Rodents Out of Your Shed

Implement natural and effective strategies to prevent mice, rats, and other rodents from making your shed their winter home including sealing entry points, safe repellent methods, and monitoring techniques. This comprehensive guide covers identifying entry holes as small as a dime, using steel wool and hardware cloth, peppermint oil and other natural deterrents, proper food storage to avoid attracting pests, and humane trapping options.

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Insect control
Weatherproofing

Insect and Spider Prevention Methods

Control spiders, wasps, ants, and other insects in your shed using natural deterrents, proper storage practices, and targeted treatments that are safe around stored items and equipment. Learn about regular cleaning to remove webs and nests, sealing cracks where insects enter, using cedar blocks and diatomaceous earth, preventing wasp nests in roof eaves, and seasonal pest prevention schedules.

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Rust prevention
Weatherproofing

Rust Prevention for Metal Tools and Equipment

Protect metal tools, lawn mowers, and equipment from rust with proper oiling techniques, protective coatings, moisture control, and storage methods designed for humid Canadian conditions. This detailed guide includes cleaning tools before storage, applying oil films or WD-40, using rust inhibitor bags for small tools, silica gel packets for tool boxes, and spring inspection for rust spots requiring treatment.

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Roof maintenance
Weatherproofing

Roof and Gutter Maintenance for Sheds

Prevent water damage with regular roof inspections, shingle repairs, gutter cleaning, and proper drainage systems that channel water away from your shed foundation. Learn about checking for leaks before winter, clearing gutters of leaves and debris, installing gutter guards, ensuring proper roof slope for snow shedding, ice dam prevention, and when to call professionals for major repairs.

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Floor protection
Weatherproofing

Floor Moisture Barriers and Protection

Protect shed floors from ground moisture, prevent wood rot, and create a dry storage environment with proper barriers, raised flooring, and drainage solutions for Canadian wet seasons. This guide covers installing vapor barriers beneath sheds, using gravel bases for drainage, raised floor platforms, preventing moisture wicking up walls, treating existing wood floors, and solutions for concrete floors.

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Winter shed preparation
Weatherproofing

Complete Winter Shed Weatherproofing Checklist

Prepare your shed for harsh Canadian winters with this comprehensive checklist covering sealing, insulation, moisture control, pest prevention, and equipment protection to ensure everything survives until spring. Learn the complete pre-winter inspection process, emergency kit storage, preventing door freezing shut, protecting windows from ice damage, snow load considerations, and mid-winter check procedures.

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