10 Hacks for Quick Home Repairs

Nothing makes you feel more like a "real adult" than a house problem you have no idea how to fix.

That dripping faucet in the middle of the night. The wobbly leg on your favorite coffee table. The squeaky door that announces your every move. It can feel overwhelming, like another thing on a never-ending to-do list. I get it. I’ve been there. Not just with house stuff but with life. I remember a time when I was stuck in a cycle of laziness and unhealthy habits. The idea of changing my entire life felt impossible just like tackling a major home renovation.

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But I learned something powerful on my journey to losing over 110 pounds and building a life I love. Change doesn’t happen all at once. It happens in small, manageable steps. The same principle that helped me build a productive routine from scratch can help you conquer those annoying little problems around your house. It’s all about starting small and building confidence.

So, let’s get our hands dirty with a few simple fixes that anyone can do. You don’t need a huge toolbox or years of experience. You just need a little know-how and the willingness to try.

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Here are ten of my favorite hacks for common household annoyances. They’re simple, effective, and will give you that amazing feeling of accomplishment.

Silence That Squeaky Door. Forget messy sprays. Just grab some petroleum jelly or even a bit of olive oil from your kitchen. Dab a small amount onto a paper towel and wipe it onto the door hinges. Open and close the door a few times to work it in. The squeak will vanish. It’s that easy.
Tackle a Stripped Screw. It’s so frustrating when your screwdriver just spins and spins. Before you give up, place a wide rubber band over the head of the screw. Then, press your screwdriver firmly into the screw head through the rubber band. The rubber provides the extra grip you need to turn the screw out.
Fix a Wobbly Table or Chair. A wobbly table can ruin a peaceful meal. For a quick and surprisingly stable fix, use a coin. Slide a penny or a dime under the short leg until the wobbling stops. For a more discreet fix, you can use a small piece of folded cardboard or a felt furniture pad.
Patch Small Nail Holes. You don’t need spackle for tiny nail holes. Grab a white bar of soap and rub it over the hole until it’s filled. You can also use a small dab of white toothpaste. Let it dry, and it will blend right in with your white wall. It's a perfect trick for renters.
Unstick a Wooden Drawer. If a wooden drawer is fighting you every time you try to open it, friction is the enemy. Rub an old candle or a dry bar of soap along the tracks of the drawer and the cabinet. The wax creates a smooth surface and helps the drawer glide open and shut.
Stop a Dripping Faucet Temporarily. That constant drip… drip… drip can be maddening. While you wait for a permanent fix, tie a piece of string around the end of the faucet. Make sure the string is long enough to reach the bottom of the sink. The water will silently run down the string instead of dripping. Peace at last.
Remove Carpet Dents. Moved some furniture and now have ugly dents in your carpet? Place an ice cube in each dent. As the ice cube melts, the water will help the crushed carpet fibers swell back up. Once it’s fully melted, use a fork or your fingers to fluff the fibers back into place.
Heal Scratches on Wood Furniture. This one feels like magic. Find a walnut. Yes, the nut. Crack it open and gently rub the meat of the nut over a light scratch on your wooden table or chair. The natural oils from the walnut will seep into the wood, darkening and concealing the scratch.
Clear a Slow Drain Naturally. Before reaching for harsh chemicals, try this. Pour about a half-cup of baking soda down the drain. Follow it with a half-cup of white vinegar. It will fizz and bubble. Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes, then flush the drain with hot water. It’s a great way to clear out minor gunk and keep things flowing.
Tighten a Loose Cabinet Handle. If your cabinet or drawer pulls are constantly coming loose, the screw threads might be worn. Unscrew the handle. Put a drop of clear nail polish on the threads of the screw. Then, screw it back in tightly. The nail polish acts as a simple thread-locker, holding it firmly in place once it dries.

Each of these fixes is a small win. It’s the home-repair version of choosing a healthy snack instead of junk food or getting in a 15-minute walk. These actions seem tiny on their own, but they add up. They prove to you that you can solve problems. You can create order out of chaos. That feeling builds momentum, empowering you to tackle bigger challenges, whether it's fixing a bigger problem in your house or a bigger problem in your life.

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For me, creating a calm and orderly home is also an act of gratitude. It’s about being a good steward of the blessings God has given me. When my physical space is in order, it’s easier for my mind and spirit to feel at peace. It’s a small, tangible way to bring a little bit of God’s order into my own little corner of the world.

So next time you hear a squeak or see a scratch, don’t sigh and add it to a mental list of things to worry about. See it as an opportunity. A chance for a quick, satisfying win.

What’s one small thing in your home—or your life—that you've been putting off? Maybe today is the day for that tiny, powerful first step.