Easy DIY repairs around the house
Reason why you should do DIY Repairs
For both parties that might rent or buy a property small minor repairs will fall onto you. There could be things like drippy faucets, squeaky door hinges and cabinet hinges, and perhaps even replacing some socket covers. Fortunately a lot of minor problems in a home like the ones previously stated done on your home without requiring the services of a professional, and the repairs can be done with small tools, a little bit of time, and sense of know how.
Not only will repairing the small things in your a home save you money but it will give you a better understanding of how to maintain your home, and with completing these small projects you will gain a sense of accomplishment. Here we will discuss what DIY or “Do it Yourself” repairs can be done in your home.
An annoying leaky Faucet
A leaky faucet is defiantly an easy DIY repair might not need repairs right away, but ignoring it could lead to wasting water, lead to higher water bills, and could even lead to build up on the faucet. The most likely reason behind the leaky faucet is worn out washers or perhaps O-rings. Luckily replacing these things in your home is not only easy but also less expensive. With some basic tools you can stop the dripping.
Unclogging Drains
At some point the drains in your home can get clogged. Drains can get clogged by hair, soap build up, and even grease in either kitchen or bathroom sinks, instead of hiring someone to unclog it and pouting chemicals down the drain that could ruin your pipes, there are cost effective alternatives, like pouting hot water and vinegar down the drain to unclog it, but that will require some patience. If patience isn’t your thing then you might have to get your dirty, get drain snake and pull out any build it up that might be causing the clog.
If you want to know what tools go with what sink head to Municipal Sewer & Water.
Get rid of Squeaky Doors
Some time in your life you might come across a squeaky door any time you open or close it. There is a simple fix to this, it can either be some tightening of the hinges or some lubricant. This fix doesn’t even take that long and the end result is satisfying. You will be surprised a how much a simple fix can work so well.
Fixing a running Toilet
A toilet that never stops running can cause some problems, likely constantly getting annoying and increases your water bill. There is probably a good chance the constantly running toilet is from a flappy handle or faulty fill valve, but there are easy fixes and the parts are cheap and easy to acquire at any hardware store. So you wont need any experience in plumbing to know how to fix your toilet.
Fix small holes in Drywall
Over time walls can be damaged from something or multiple things, these can be bumping furniture into the wall, door knobs running into the wall, and even hanging family photos on the wall. Holes in walls are not just an eye sore for people but also communicates that the home is unkempt. But the good news is that these holes in drywall can easily be fixed with some spackle, sand paper and some paint, with some effort the wall can look as good as new.
Redo the Bathroom tubs and sinks
Not only will a cracked sink as well as being old and moldy not look appealing but there is also the chance that it could also allow moisture to seep in and cause some damage. Re-caulking anything can be some what satisfying and can also adding new crisp caulk to anything gives it a new look, and a plus is that it keeps mold and mildew away.
If you plan on just getting a new sink head to Gesealants for a step by step guide.
Replacing Switches and Outlet Covers
While light switches and socket covers aren’t your the first things you think about it is important that they be maintained cause not only can damaged switches and covers be unsettling but they can also be unsafe. Luckily replacing these is incredibly easy and it also provides your wall with much cleaner look. You don’t need to be an electrician to replace plastic covers can be easily done by anyone and the covers can be bought any hardware store.
Tightening Cabinet Doors
Any loose or hanging cabinet doors can not only be an eyesore but can also do some damage on both the hinges and the frames. However fixing them can be easy as cake, you just need a screwdriver, but there is also a chance that you might need some wood glue or some new hardware, but making the overall repair on the home is simple. This easy task can not only fix your cabinets but can also make the area much more put together.
Touching up the Paint
Any scuffs, paint, and chips in the walls can cause problems and effectively add age to the room, but fortunately doing a paint touch up on the home is a pretty easy thing to do. This doesn’t require any talent as a painter, it just requires some paint, time, a clean surface, and some paint tools like brushes and rollers. There is a chance you might not remember what color code the wall is don’t have the original paint you can bring in a paint chip to a hardware store and they will likely find the right color. A few small touches can give the room a much cleaner appearance.
Fixing Creaky and Squeaky Floors
While some creaky floors might be good for old homes, there is a chance that it will be a problem, there could be people getting up in the middle of the night making noise with every step, that will be annoying. Some floor repairs might require a specialist, some squeaking is caused by boards rubbing up against each other. This problem can often be fixed with a few screws and nails. There are also kits for carpeted floors and with them provide tools to secure floor boards.
Replacing Air Filters
Changing out some air filters can be overlooked and it is important that they be changed on a every now and then. The reason why you should change them is because they can get dirty and with that reduces the air quality in the home and will make your HVAC system work harder. Air filters are easy to both replace and obtain, replacing your filters keeps your air system running good and clean.
Repalcing Shower heads
Most people might not know this but shower heads eventually can get clogged with all sorts of minerals or even wear out. Replacing your current shower head not only creates good waterflow and reduces the possibility of clogging but it also adds an up to date aesthetic which is important if you plan on selling a home, and also conserve water. The process of replacing a shower head is incredibly easy just twist off the old one and twist on the new one.
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Weather Proofing
If you feel any cold air breezing in from either your door or window, it means that you are loosing heat. Luckily fixing this is a simple DIY fix. By obtaining some inexpensive items like weather-stripping tape, caulk, and some draft stoppers you can fix those leaks quick. It doesn’t take long to do this repair and it will save you money.
Conclusion
Doing simple DIY repairs around the property not only saves you money and gives you hands on experience but it can also empower you as a home owner. With a few simple tools and a willingness to learn, you can make sure that the home you live in is kept in great condition. The more repairs you make around the house the better you will feel and the more confidence you will get and believe it or not that is a good feeling to get.
If you want to know about other simple fixes head to family handyman.
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