In this article you would be surprised how easy apartment repairs can be, especially those that are too small to bother your apartment community’s maintenance department about. Moreover, odds are good you’ll wish to give your flat a thorough once-over before changing address to ensure you get your deposit back. So where to start? With the basics!
Take a look at your home and make a list of things that need your special attention. Make sure if you have already replaced that long-burned-out light bulb. Maybe your cat has made some holes in the bedroom door. These are both easy fixes, but can easily get overlooked in the day-to-day hustle of apartment living. Is the replacement bulb the correct wattage to avoid fires? Apply a fresh coat of stain to the doorframe base. Helpful tip – try using a sock to applying the stain, as it will most likely help soak into the scratched crevices left by your furry pet.
Take a look how your apartment blinds are looking. Plastic blinds can to break easily, and you’ll be surprised what a difference fresh blinds can make in the overall view of your apartment. The price difference between ‘cheap’ and ‘decent’ blind models is usually around $10, so buy the better version when possible. You’ll be greatful to yourself later.
Give your walls a look – maybe the paint is getting thin. A fresh coat works great for not only making your apartment ‘look like fresh’, but also can change the overall aesthetic of your apartment’s style. If you notice any holes in the walls from a previous holders’ framed photos, it is an easy and cheap fix. Ask your local hardware store to point you in the right direction for some drywall filler and you’ll be in business in no time flat.
You must keep in mind that if a problem seems beyond your opportunity or is seriously impeding your day-to-day life, be sure and bring it to your apartment community manager’s attention. But by taking the bull by the horns on smaller projects, you’ll not only save time but will also have the personal satisfaction of a job well-done.
Sometimes your painting itself can become wall art. Try adding textures for an eye-catching effect, or create your own colorful illusion by painting a wall in black-and-white checks. Wallpaper accent borders can also add an interesting contrast, just be sure to check with your apartment community manager before applying wallpaper or risk losing some of your security deposit down the road.