Holiday Home Prep: Small Fixes That Make a Big Difference 🎄

The holidays are a time for friends, family, and hosting — which also means your home tends to get a little more attention than usual. Before guests arrive (or before you head out of town), taking care of a few small repairs can make your space safer, more comfortable, and a lot less stressful.

Here are some of the most common holiday-season fixes I help homeowners with around New Westminster and Greater Vancouver.

1. Bathroom Touch-Ups Before Guests Arrive

Bathrooms see heavy use during the holidays, and little issues stand out fast:

• Loose towel bars or toilet paper holders

• Minor drywall damage

• Ceiling mildew from poor ventilation

• Flickering or outdated light fixtures

Quick repairs and a fresh touch-up can make the space feel clean and guest-ready without a full renovation.

2. Doors, Drafts & Heat Loss

Cold weather quickly exposes:

• Worn weather stripping

• Drafty back doors

• Loose thresholds

• Doors that don’t close properly

Fixing these not only keeps guests comfortable, but can also help reduce heating costs during winter.

3. Lighting & Safety Checks

Shorter days mean lighting matters more:

• Replace or upgrade dim fixtures

• Secure loose switches or outlets

• Test smoke and CO alarms

• Fix buzzing or failing bathroom fans

These are small jobs that make a big difference in safety — especially with holiday cooking and extra people in the home.

4. Patch & Paint the “Little Things”

Holiday guests notice things homeowners stop seeing:

• Old nail holes

• Dents and scuffs

• Previous DIY patch jobs

• Stained ceiling tiles

Targeted patching and paint touch-ups are a cost-effective way to refresh your home before company arrives.

5. Heading Out of Town? Get Peace of Mind

If you’re traveling:

• Fix slow leaks before they turn into problems

• Secure loose doors or hardware

• Address known issues you’ve been “meaning to get to”

It’s much easier to enjoy your trip knowing your home is solid while you’re away.

Holiday Help from DEhandyfix

At DEhandyfix, I specialize in small to medium home repairs — the kind that are easy to put off, but make a big difference when they’re done right.

If you’re looking to knock out a few items before the holidays, or want to start the new year with a well-maintained home, feel free to reach out.

📍 Serving New Westminster and Greater Vancouver📞 Call or text: 778-751-5715

Wishing you a safe, comfortable, and stress-free holiday season.

— DaveDEhandyfix – Home Maintenance & Repair