What to Put in a Checklist of Repairs and Improvements

When it comes time to make a checklist of repairs and improvements needed around your home, you should consider each room separately. If you look at the whole picture, you may become overwhelmed and not begin any repairs or improvements. Instead, look at each room and decide what needs to be done first.

Bedroom

• Hang closet doors


• Align door tracks


• Hang shelves


• Organize toys


• Replace carpeting


• Fix cracked windows


• Replace clothes rod


• Create storage spaces

Kitchen

• Redo plumbing


• Install a disposal


• Put in tile


• Fix tile grout


• Repair appliances


• Change electrical outlets

Bathroom

• Update plumbing


• Change faucets and handles


• Fix a leak


• Replace the broken toilet seat


• Create storage space for toiletries


• Hang towel racks

Basement

• Repair any cracks


• Organize the storage


• Build shelves for storage


• Get rid of unused items


• Create storage space


• Lay carpet


• Install tile


• Remodel the area into a family room