Squeaky Floor
Floors that squeak most likely mean the sub flooring isn't properly anchored to the joists, Ethan Hagan, the editor of One Project Closer, a home-improvement website, told MSN Real Estate.
"To address squeaky floors, homeowners need to add more anchors, preferably screws, to eliminate the movement," Hagan said. With a kit from a hardware store, one that includes screws, and a power drill, you can have this situation handled in about thirty minutes.
Clogged Drain
A clogged drain, or slow draining sink, is a common problem and one that's quite easy to fix. Locate the P-Trap under the sink and clear out any blockages. You may simply need pliers to remove this section of the pipe— and a bucket to catch the water inside— after which you can put everything back together.
Sticky Door
Doors that are difficult to open or close can be attributed to something as little as faulty screws or humidity. Sometimes all you need is to tighten the screws in the hinges or to sand down the door itself to better fit in the doorway. If you need to do any sanding or cutting, this could take up to several hours.
Cracked Floor
A crack in your Northern Virginia home's floor can mean a problem with the foundation if it's severe enough— but smaller ones can be fixed by the homeowners themselves. A self-leveling crack-sealing compound and a caulk gun are all you'll need for this project in addition to a few hours of labor.
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Earle Whitmore
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
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