Simple Home Repairs Save You Big Money
I seriously don't know how many times I walk into a house
to give someone a free estimate and notice other problems that are
normally inexpensive and easy to fix. It never has made any sense and I
don't think it's ever going to, yet year after year, I see the same
things over and over again.
Let's start with your electrical system. It might be difficult to
replace electrical outlets, switches and light fixtures, but it's not
difficult to replace broken electrical switchs and outlet covers or to
tighten up loose light fixtures. These are simple home repairs that
don't require a university degree from one of the top home repair
colleges in the country.
Now what about the leaking faucet? This might be a little harder to fix,
but with a few books and some simple illustrations, I believe that most
homeowners and do-it-yourselfers can even tackle a job like this with
excellent chances for success.
One of the biggest problems with homeowners and home maintenance is the
fact that they won't inspect their home or look for damage on a regular
basis. I recommend that homeowners purchase a home inspection checklist
and inspect their homes at least once a year. Most of these home
inspection checklist can be purchased for under $20 and could save you a
small fortune.
If you inspect your home and find a difficult home repairs or repairs
that you don't feel comfortable tackling, you can always hire a
professional contractor or handyman to make them for you. However, if
you do find something that's relatively easy to repair, then you
shouldn't think twice or procrastinate.
Some of these simple home repairs are safety hazards. If you have a
broken electrical switch plate that would normally costs under one
dollar to purchase and won't cost you anything to replace, you should.
Once a home repair becomes a safety hazard, you could find yourself in
the middle of a lawsuit, dealing with medical problems and death.
Don't let simple home repairs turn into safety problems that could lead
to financial problems. Fixed a small stuff as soon as possible and let
the professionals handle the rest.