It is starting to look dated around the house? Is it already giving you a war head ache? Don’t be scared you do not have to get in touch with a professional for every little thing.
Almost anyone can do repairs themselves as long they have basic tools and knowledge. Be sure to encase them before you should go for these supplies which will definitely give a complimenting touch, andit takes less time anyway.
Plumbing Problems
A leaky faucet or malfunctioning drain can drive you up a wall around the home. Fortunately, these problems can be resolved.
- Constantly dripping faucet: use a wrench to tighten the packing nut If this does not work, you may have to change the washer. Have one less chore that will also save you money!
- Slow Drains: Plunge the drain. And if that does not work a drain snake might be needed. Sometimes, a baking soda and vinegar mixture will clear up that stubborn clog.
Electrical Issues
Electricity is a serious business and playing with it can be hazardous, so know what you doing! But there are a few simple electrical repairs that you can carry out safely.
- Burnt Out Light Bulb- probably the most common electrical problem around. Just turn off the power, unscrew the old one and replace it with a new bulb.
- Power Failure or Hot Outlets: Power off and investigate an electric outlet that doesn’t work properly. If it is damaged, replace it.
Minor Carpentry
Door door residing and wobbly furniture can be annoying. Most of these carpentry problems are relatively simple to repair.
- Doors a little squeaky: You will need to add some white lithium grease (three-in-1 sprays and oils can secure, don’t lubricate) into the joint muscles. This will silence the noise
- Loose Handles- use a screwdriver to tighten the screws. If the screws are stripped, you may have to use wood filler in order to hole up holes or drill ones.
- Wobbly Furniture: This is probably as simple as loose screws or nails under the legs. They felt a bit loose, not something that’s needed to worry about yourslef as you can just tighten them up or add some rubber pads on the feet node for stability.
Wall Repairs
The small holes and cracks can be an unpleasant sight on the walls of your house. No need to worry, these issues can be easily fixed.
- Small Holes: Use some spackling substance for the hole. Once that is dry, sand and paint.
- Cracks: For small cracks, a caulk solution can be used Similar to the regular square hole, bigger cracks will need you to use a fix repair kit
Preventative Maintenance
Performing maintenance on a routine basis can save you both time and money over the long term.
- With Smoke Detectors: Check To be sure that your smoke detectors are working properly, test them monthly and replace the batteries annually.
- Gutters: Don’t let water damage your property, clear out the gunk in those gutters!
- Check Appliances: Inspect your appliances to see if they are worn out.
Gaps around windows and doors need to be sealed tightly in order to avoid drafts and loss of energy.
But, safety comes first. If you are in doubt with any of the repair, it is better to approach a professional. However, knowing a little bit and having a pinch of confidence can easily enable you to do some home repairs yourself which requires spending way more money than if you did it on your own. It is now time to get busy with your DIY projects!