1. COMMON HOUSE
PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS
CHECKLIST
Trying to determine whether you can tackle a home project
that’s causing an issue? Here’s a glance at what it might take.
Problem:
LEAKY FAUCETS
Problem:
SQUEAKY DOORS
Problem:
COLD FLOORS
Problem:
EXCESSIVE DUST
Problem:
POOR WATER DRAINAGE
AROUND HOME
Problem:
MOISTURE ON WINDOWS
Problem:
FOUNDATION WALL
DAMAGE IN BASEMENT
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Problem:
DRAFTY ROOM
Causes:
• Leaks surrounding
windows, doors and
light fixtures
• Improperly insulated
attics or walls
Solutions:
✓ Add weather stripping
around windows and doors
✓ Close the damper
on fireplace
✓ Add insulation to
attic or walls
Causes:
• Worn-out O-ring
• Worn-out cartridge
Solutions:
✓ Replace worn-out parts
✓ Replace faucet with
new one
Causes:
• Rust
• Wear
Solutions:
✓ Remove hinge pins and
coat with lubricant
✓ Replace hinges
Causes:
• Drafts
• Leaking air ducts
• Poor insulation
Solutions:
✓ Replace insulation
✓ Change HVAC filter
✓ Seal leaking ducts
✓ Add weather stripping
under doors
Causes:
• HVAC filter
needs changing
• Air leakage
Solutions:
✓ Change HVAC filter
✓ Seal air leaks
throughout home
Causes:
• Clogged gutters
• Insufficient drainage
in yard and landscaping
Solutions:
✓ Clean gutters
✓ Re-landscape
around home for
better drainage
Causes:
• Inadequate ventilation
• Outdated window
designs
Solutions:
✓ Use ventilation fans
to remove humidity
✓ Install storm windows
✓ Use shrink-film
window insulation
Causes:
• Lateral pressure from
the earth outside
• Poor drainage or
plumbing leaks
Solutions:
✓ Epoxy carbon fiber
straps to the wall
for reinforcement
✓ Install tiebacks to
create an anchor
✓ Call a trusted foundation
repair service