Hire a Handyman: Small Projects Equal Big Improvements

In uncertain economic times like these, a lot of homeowners are favoring small repairs and improvements around their home over major remodeling projects. Honestly, that makes a lot of sense. And I think a lot of people are surprised at how much better they feel when, what seemed like small annoyances, are remedied.
So while there’s no harm in dreaming about and planning for that full-scale room addition, now might be the time to focus on the more manageable issues such as doors that stick, creak, or open and close on their own. Or maybe you’ve got a light fixture that you’ve wanted to replace for some time, but you’ve been holding out until it can be part of a larger project. Is there a leaky faucet somewhere that you keep telling yourself to get fixed? Maybe an area of drywall that needs to be patched. Maybe you’d just like a dimmer switch added or some cabinet hardware replaced. Perhaps you’re tired of having to “jiggle the handle.”
All of these jobs – and so many more – call for the services of a handyman. A handyman is the person you call when you can describe your projects with terms like “repair,” “restore,” or “update,” rather than “remodel” or “renovate.”
But don’t underestimate the value of these seemingly minor improvements and how much better they can make you feel about your house. Sure, they will also make your house more appealing and valuable if you plan to put it on the market, but they will also offer you some peace of mind and pride of ownership. You go home to relax – not be reminded of all the things that need your attention.
At a time when more of us are resolving to stay in our current homes and not brave a dubious housing market, the services of a qualified handyman are more important and more valuable than ever. It truly is time to sweat the small stuff.