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MUM-OF-NINE CLAIRE HOOKER’S TIPS, TRICKS AND BUDGET HACKS
Home maintenance is one of my alltime favourite things to do on a budget. Here, I’m going to share my tips to get the home you want without the hefty price tag.
REGULAR REPAIRS
DIY home repairs are an important part of maintenance. Start by creating a list of the repairs and improvements you want to save money on, divide the list into what you can do yourself and what you need a contractor to do for you, then work out the costs for each. Finally, prioritise the list and estimate completion dates for each project. You could also create a second spreadsheet to identify the regular tasks you’ll need to perform every six to 12 months and create a realistic budget for those items. By doing this, you won’t lose track of what needs to be done or the cost of each repair. If you are unsure of how to fix things around the home, check online for tips or watch some Youtube video tutorials.
DO YOUR RESEARCH
When we decided to repaint and refurbish the inside and outside of our home, we wanted something modern and durable, for it to look beautiful and stand the test of time, but not break the bank. We looked at having it done professionally, but after examining the costs we decided to do it ourselves. We worked out our plan and budget. We did this by researching online, getting inspiration from professional websites as well as bricks and mortar businesses, using free colour samples, and comparing prices of paint, brushes and rollers. We saved so much by taking the time to plan, research and do it ourselves. There’s no doubt we have also added value to our home!
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