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Hiring a contractor to improve your home can cost thousands of dollars. By doing a lot of these projects yourself you can save quite a bit of money while gaining new skills in the process.
Before jumping into any do-it-yourself project make sure you have the right tools for the job and always make safety a priority.
Tools And Materials Needed For DIY Home Repairs
Some basic tools every do it yourselfer needs in their toolkit are a hammer, set of screwdrivers different sizes, portable drill and drill bits, tape measurer, pliers, a socket set and power saw.
The listed tools will be sufficient for most of your projects but there will be tasks that require a table or tile saw, level and other tools to get the job done. Some can be rented from equipment rental stores if needed.
Safety
Safety should be your number one priority. Protect yourself and property by following simple safety procedures.
When working on electrical always shut the power off at the breaker before starting a repair. Wear protective gear at all times work gloves, safety glasses, back support and masks.
Use the correct extension cords and make sure they are grounded. Read all the warnings and precautions that come with any tool or repair parts. Read the complete label on chemicals you are using.
Common DIY Home Repair Projects - Leaking Faucets and Pipes
A leaking faucet can waste up to a gallon or more of water per day and cost you money over time. Repairing a leaking faucet is pretty simple.
Start by turning off the water under the sink. Remove the handle and water cartridge and check the rubber washer and o-rings for wear or damage. Replacing the washer and o-ring will normally stop the leak. If the leak continues you may have to replace the faucet.
Repairing Walls Painting & Patching Holes
Holes in walls cracking and staining are unsightly. Here is how to repair these issues.
For stains and before patching any walls they need to be cleaned. Remove any cobwebs sand any rough spots and clean the walls of debris and dirt.
Use spackling to fill holes and dings and sand smooth once dry. Determine if your walls are a matte finish, egg shell or semi-gloss. Add a fresh coat of paint to the walls after all repairs and prep are completed.
Installation Of Flooring
Installation of flooring is a great project for do-it-yourself. There are several options to choose from laminate , water proof planks, tile and vinyl sheeting or linoleum.
In prepping for installation of flooring measure the area and get a square footage. The old flooring must be removed and the base cleaned or leveled as needed.
Follow the instructions for installation provided by the manufacturer of the flooring. If installing tile use spacers and practice safety measures while operating the tile saw. If at any time you need help contact a professional for advice.
Door And Window Repairs
Sometimes with expansion and contraction of your home doors and windows can stick, develop drafts, become misaligned and have broken locks. To repair these problems you may need to adjust the door hinges or place shims to realign the door in the frame. If you need to replace a door or window this requires measuring the old window or door opening and ordering new ones.
New windows and doors provide more security and are more energy efficient then your old windows and doors saving you money.
