Home Maintenance Hacks for An Australian Homeowner

A hack is the term used for an ingenious way to get something done or prevent something bad happening and every now and then, someone stumbles on an amazing idea that changes the game! As there are literally billions of us on the planet, it is no surprise that new hacks are being found on a daily basis, and with that in mind, here are a few must-know home maintenance hacks that every Australian homeowner should know.

Roof inspections

The one part of the house that can’t be seen from the ground, the roof needs a 6-monthly inspection from your local roofer. Be proactive and repair that old guttering before it falls away completely! Any missing tiles can quickly be replaced and that prevents leaks.

Pre-source tap washers

The people who make water faucets do an excellent job with everything except the rubber washers, which always wear out well before the tap! When buying taps, order a few sets of rubber washers for an easy replacement when the time comes. The online supplier has you covered when it comes to home maintenance and you get the lowest prices on the web.

Deep clean rugs 

The best rug cleaning Sydney has to offer is but a few mouse clicks away, which leaves the rigs and carpet smelling fresh. Regular vacuuming is fine on a daily basis, but once a month, have the specialists pay you a visit and their hi-tech equipment can work its magic on your rugs and carpets. If you have stains, don’t try to remove them, call in a specialist for a guaranteed fix! A Google search will put you in touch with a Sydney carpet care company and they will come to the rescue.

Drain grills

Install fine mesh grills on all wastewater points and clean them often; this will reduce the risk of a blocked drain (we wouldn’t wish that on our worst enemy!). Never put waste food down the sink, especially cooking fats and oils, which can fuse with debris and cause a nightmare blockage.

Choose composites

Maintenance-free composite materials are the order of the day; when you have to replace your timber soffit or fascia, choose PVC, which comes in rich colours and never requires attention. If energy conservation is important to you, choose high-insulation materials and reduce your bills at the same time.

Pre-source tradies

There will come a day when you need a plumber, an electrician, a tree surgeon and maybe even a locksmith, so why not pre-source the numbers and store them in your smartphone? You will be glad you did at some point in the future!

Cordless tools

From carpet sweepers to vacuum cleaners to screwdrivers, there are state-of-the-art battery power tools to help you keep your home in tip-top condition! Leave the device clipped into the charger and you can effortlessly glide about the house; hard or soft floors can be cleaned with power tools.

YouTube

You might be wondering why a video platform would belong in a home hack blog; every home repair (and improvement) has been filmed hundreds of times; whether shaving a fraction off a door or building fitted wardrobes, watch a pro do the job, then you can tackle anything! Subscribe to your favourite content creators and get notified when new content is published. You could build a house with no previous experience from watching online tutorials, which has to be fantastic!

Power flush your drains

Do this annually and say goodbye to blocked drains; the contractor puts a rugged buggy fitted with hi-res cameras into the drainage system to see how things are holding up. If all is well, he will fire water through the system at extremely high pressure, which cleans the pipe surfaces, ensuring a smooth flow.

If you are new Australian homeowner, we hope these hacks help you nail home management and there are thousands more on the Internet. You could even invent a few yourself and post them on your social media pages. Some homeowners become very popular by sharing their hacks and if you have a knack for solving problems, this could be you!