Do you have a to-do list of items you need to tackle around your home? Just checking one small task off as complete can help boost your confidence and motivate you to keep going. Look for one small victory every day.
Take a look at your list and consider these 5 simple repairs you can make around your house to get you started in the right direction.
Squeaky Door Hinge
We tend to let this go on and on until one evening when we’re trying to be extra quiet it backfires because we never fixed it! Just pull out some WD-40, petroleum jelly or use powdered graphite on the pins where the hinge turns. We hear common household items like olive oil or hairspray work as well.
Fix Handles and Hinges on Cabinets
Just pull out your screwdriver and walk around the house tightening those loose screws.
Clean Out Your Clothes Dryer Vent
You can get a dryer vent cleaning kit for $15 on Amazon and it will come in handy for years to come. Since lint causes a high percentage of house fires, make sure you do this regularly!
Repair Ceiling Paint over Your Shower
The heat and moisture can cause havoc on the paint over your shower. Scrape it off and re-paint it, preferably with a high-quality exterior-grade option.
Rusty Shutoff Valves
You know those valves under your toilet and sink? They tend to rust, but it’s important to make sure they are working when needed. Put a little WD-40 on the handle shafts and twist back and forth to work the oil in.
There you go! Small victories that you can accomplish around your home with simple repairs.