Keeping your house dry can be a challenge in the Willamette Valley, so it is critical to keep up with regular maintenance to keep water (which wreaks havoc on wood-framed houses) out. Inspect all your windows and touch up any cracks with caulking while it is still dry outside. Windows are a natural trouble spot for water to seep in, so giving a thorough inspection is an important step in keeping your house dry. Be especially diligent above the windows.