Whether you have family coming to stay or you are just doing some spring cleaning, it is always nice to see your house in tip top shape. Damage to the house can be expensive to fix if left to fester for a long time, so it is best to see the problems before they start to take shape. If you understand what you are looking for you may even be able to fix it yourself.
Rust
Rust is a nasty problem. It can cause havoc with your pipes. It can obliterate your garden tools and car. Or it can just stand out and look a mess. Either way it is time to vanquish it completely. You are going to need to take whatever has been overrun with rust apart. Unscrewing it all is the only way to deal effectively with the problem.
A little hard work can get some cases of rust sorted with no problem at all. Sandpaper and steel wool can both be rubbed on to the surface to eliminate that brown stain. You may then want to paint the metal so that the rust will not come back. Rust occurs when metal objects are open to the environment.
It can be found in all areas of the house. However, you are most likely to find it in the garage among your tools and machinery. If you have a particularly bad case of rust, it might be time to look into replacements. You may not need to get rid of the item completely. For example, you can find new lawn mower parts online. A bad case of rust will take down a good piece of garden equipment in no time. Remember, the first thing someone will notice about your house is the front yards condition.
Damp
Dampness on walls and ceilings in the house can cause serious issues if left alone. It may not bother you if it is in the attic or basement but once you start to notice it in other parts of the house it is time to take action. Older houses may have this problem more than modern ones because of the way they were designed and built.
The problem commonly found in old houses is to do with condensation, and this is often an easy fix. You can improve condensation damage with some better air conditioning or a ventilation system. If you do not have a fan in the affected room, you may want to consider installing them. Fans will not solve the problem, but they will diminish it. They are also useful on those hot, summer nights.
If you have damp coming from a source outside the house, you will have to find it first. This could be a problem with your drainpipes or a weak part in the wall. You need to check places like the roof for gaps. Examine the problem thoroughly and decide whether you can fix it yourself or need a professional.
Paint
Finally a simple fix. If you have a spare weekend, go around your home and make sure you are happy with the colours. If you are, then that is fantastic. If not go down to your nearest DIY store, choose some paint and pick up a brush. Repainting your house is a brilliant and easy way to make it seem fresh and new again. Maybe you have child who has been drawing on the wall. Those marks will be gone in no time with some handy work. Remember, if you are painting on a dark colour with a lighter colour you may need a few layers before it is gone.
Make these checks and changes and you will have a house you are proud to show off.