10 Easy Home Fixes That Anyone Can Do

If you’re a new homeowner, you’re probably blown away by all the small fixes you need to do around the house. Large properties are a “gift that keeps on giving,” forcing you to invest numerous hours to maintain the smallest of things.

Still, it’s much cheaper to do these things yourself instead of paying for a handyman. “Simply cleaning your air conditioner will save you hundreds of dollars every year,” according to Fixd Repair, a company that provides AC repair in Carrollton, TX. 

In this article, we’ll share 10 easy home fixes that anyone can do. In our honest opinion, these are some of the things you should never pay for! 

• Clean a stain

High humidity can be a major issue for any home, causing mold and structural damage. However, it’s something you can easily address with a mixture of bleach of water.

Use a solution that consists of 10% bleach and spray it over a moldy area. Alternatively, you can buy a specialized stain removal product. This simple action will save you lots of money on repainting. 

• Paint by yourself

Many people are too lazy to paint their homes. Others think that a handyman can do a much better job. Whatever the case might be, painters charge approximately $5 per square foot, which quickly adds up for larger homes.

We suggest that you do all the painting yourself. You just have to spend $10 on brushes and other equipment and $50 on paint. If you have assistance, the whole process will be that much faster. 

• Patch holes

There’s no need to call a contractor for a small hole in your wall. Just buy some putty for drywall and place it inside. Even it out with a tool and let it dry. When that’s over, you can simply repaint the area.

If you’re dealing with larger damage, you should cut out the entire section and put a new panel in its place. 

• Address shims

Toilet shims can cause major damage, but once again, it’s something you can fix in a jiffy.

Some people like putting coins or other sturdy objects beneath the toilet to level it. After that, you need to use caulk to patch the holes. Among others, caulk will mask the coins.

• Fix wall marks

Small kids love “redecorating” walls with their crayon art. After they’re finished their masterpiece, you should take a rag and dip it in a mixture of water and baking soda. Scrub the area without pressing too hard. The coloring will come right off without any damage to the wall.

• Carpet stains

Whether we’re talking about stains caused by red wine or paint, you can easily remove them with denatured alcohol. Like with the previous entry, you’ll just need to dig a rag into the solution and scrub the area. 

We suggest that you use a white rag or a rag that’s the same color as the carpet. That way, you won’t rub off its color over the carpet. 

• Insulate your home

Poor insulation is one of the biggest reasons why we pay hefty heating bills. So, if your home feels a bit drafty, it’s much better to address this issue immediately.

Get some caulk and start patching the holes between window frames and walls. This should significantly increase your home’s energy efficiency while allowing you to delay window replacement for a few years.

• Fix a chair

You don’t need a handyman to fix a wobbly chair! All you need to do is drill pilot holes in the chair and place screws inside of them. Add some glue for extra stability, and voila! 

• Fix squeaky floor

Having a squeaky floor is extremely annoying. To address this problem, you just need to find the joists by using a stud finder. After that, you’ll have to drive screws through the pad/subfloor all the way to the floor joist.

It’s important to avoid using screws with threads. Otherwise, there’s a good chance that the subfloor won’t connect well to the joist.  

• Maintain your deck

Deck maintenance costs $100 and even more. It’s another fix that is stupidly easy to do yourself.

The best way to keep your deck in perfect condition is by regularly cleaning it. Once you remove all the leaves and debris, you should thoroughly clean it with a specialized wood product. When that’s done, you should apply a new coat of paint for extra protection.

Besides saving money, these fixes will also make it easier to sell your home fast.