Common Issues Affecting Your Home and How to Solve It

By  //  March 5, 2020

When it comes to homeownership or if you buy a home, you will run into many problems over the time that you are living there. 

The good news is that many of the issues that you run into will be common ones, ones that many have dealt with before and ones that you can rest assured can be handled quickly and with as little stress as possible. 

Here are just a few of those common issues and how to deal with them.

Mold

A common issue that can affect your home is the growth and presence of mold.  Mold can begin to build up and grow in damp areas of your home.

The most common places you might find it is in your bathroom where moisture buildup can occur frequently and if your ventilation system isn’t working properly or allowing air to circulate enough, then the moisture buildup can result in this ugly growth. 

Mold is nothing to be scared of though, you can visit these experts to get a better idea and grasp more information on mold.  In most cases, you should be able to tackle the problem yourself. 

If the affected area is small enough and hasn’t spread too far, you can simply scrub down the surfaces with detergent and water. 

If the affected area is much larger however, you may want to seek professional help to assess the situation and how to address it.

Electrical Wiring

A lot of homes, especially older homes, will see many renovations and changes over the years.  If these changes are structural renovations, the wiring in the homes may change. Renovations not done professionally can leave your home with wiring issues with dangerous connections. 

You might also be susceptible to insufficient electricity or be lacking in electrical overload protection. To help ensure the wiring in your home is acceptable and reliable, having a professional examine your wiring to go over anything that might need to be fixed is the best way to keep your home safe.  

Roof Damage

Many homeowners report issues with leaky roofs.  This can be the result of simply the age of the home, or perhaps due to damage from rougher weather conditions. 

If you are noticing leaks from your roof, ceiling, or attic, take note of where the problem is persisting and you should check your roof or have an inspector do so to determine what needs to be repaired or replaced.

Heating

If you find that your home doesn’t retain heat well, that rooms are colder than they should be despite your heating system running, or that your home gets way too warm, you might share in this common issue of homes having problems when it comes to the heating of their spaces. 

Problems involving heating can include issues with your ventilation systems, blockages in your chimney, improper insulation, or problems with the operating controls.

In order to recognize what is causing the problem, you want to isolate the room first that has the issue. If certain rooms are warmer or colder than others, this may be a case of insulation or venting. 

If the whole home is having heating and cooling issues, it may be a problem with your thermostat, HVAC unit, or other parts of your operating system. Once you find the source of the problem, you would likely have to call a professional or contractor with the expertise to help provide you a solution.

Plumbing

Your pipes are another thing that will see gradual wear and tear as the years pass.  Leaks and cracks are bound to happen as your pipes see frequent use daily.

Even clogs and backed up drains and sinks are common issues with every home.  It is important to be able to make the proper repairs, or if you can’t fix them yourself, have a plumber assist you.  Otherwise, a shoddy repair job will cost you much more time and money in the long run.

Maintenance

As your home ages, you will find there to be things day to day that will cause small issues with your home.  These issues come in the form of cracks, minor surface or structural damages, chipping paint, broken appliances, etc.  If not taken care of immediately, these small issues can turn into big problems.

The good thing is that if you recognize these minor issues early enough, many of the repairs can be done yourself.  This can vary from repainting and touching up walls, sanding down chipping areas, filling and caulking cracks.

Providing your home proper and frequent maintenance will be the way to make sure you won’t have to call an expert or professional down the road.  

Although many of the issues will typically require professional service, the positive thing is that many of the problems touched upon can, in fact, be prevented and you won’t have to call in any expensive repairmen. 

With simple day-to-day care and frequent maintenance, you can keep your home safe, clean, and running smoothly– thus, preventing major problems from arising.

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