There are many problems you can find around the house, but you aren’t sure how to fix it or how to even fix it. This checklist lists out some of the most common house problems, what could have caused it, and ways to fix it.
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• Outdated window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