2020 has been a weird year and while the sayings have all been along the lines of “We’re all in the same boat together”, it would, in fact, be more accurate to say we have all been in the same… storm. Some of us have been made redundant, some of us have been working overtime, some of us have been dealing with the horrible outcome of COVID and the lucky few of us have been able to enjoy some strange time off, sorting out our houses and trying things we have not had time to do before.

For those who want to be in the latter club, we feel you. Here are some simple home maintenance ideas that will have you feeling like DIY royals in no time.

Clean Your Gutters

It is not often we think about gutters really - unless it is our profession. They are one of those things that are out of sight and out of mind but are actually crucial to our home. Blocked gutters can cause all sorts of turmoil to your roof and your walls, and can even affect your drains – which would be a far larger problem to sort than clearing out the gutters in the first place! You don’t need any special equipment to clean out your gutters, just simply get a hard brush and sweep all the debris and natural clutter out. Though, it is worth knowing that there are some products with handles designed to allow you to avoid climbing up a ladder or trying to maintain balance! If you want to save yourself some time and trouble, you may wish to get a professional gutter cleaning service, such as Gutter Cleaning Asheville to do the hard work for you.

Fire and Ice

As the temperature changes throughout the seasons, so does our need for different equipment to keep us cool and collected or warm and dry. When we leave the fire for summer, the chimney can get clogged, old ash might still be present and small animals could have made a home inside the fireplace walls. Similar to the fireplace, your aircon will also need a good maintenance check, both inside and out for when the summer is coming, to make sure everything is in good working order.

Fix Your Leaks

If there are any leaks in your taps around the home then you might be familiar with how annoying that ‘drip, drip, drip’ is. However, you do not need to leave it until the last minute and get someone in to fix it – fixing a leaky tap can be a very simple DIY job. Most of the time, a leak is caused by a worn rubber washer which is located inside the handle and most good hardware stores will stock this simple part. Just make sure to do your research on how to replace it safely!

Fix Your Window Seals and Caulk

Nothing says money flying into thin air like having gaps in the seals of your windows. Not only can this raise the heating bill through the roof, but the drafts are unpleasant too. Replacing the sealing or caulk on your windows is simple enough though it will require patience and a few bits and pieces. However, the benefits are definitely worth it!