Home maintenance can be a mystery for the best of us. You might be overlooking something that needs regular upkeep or not realize that the way you store certain items may be causing unnecessary wear and tear. To help you fend off future repairs (and the costs that come with them), I’ve rounded up some of the most common mistakes that might be damaging your home, along with cheap, easy fixes. Whether you’re renting or owning, maintenance oversights are understandable — but once you pay attention to what you’ve been ignoring, you can pat yourself on the back for saving your future self money.
