Seattle’s weather, older housing stock, and active lifestyles create a unique pattern of home repair needs. Whether you live in Renton, Kent, or Auburn, chances are you’ve faced at least one of these issues.

Here are the 15 most common home repairs in our region — and simple steps to prevent them.

1. LEAKY FAUCETS & TOILETS

Water waste, mold risk, rising bills. Quick fix, huge impact.

2. DOOR LOCK ISSUES

Humidity and settling can cause sticking, misalignment, or key jams.

3. DRAFTY WINDOWS

Your energy bill feels it first.

4. LOOSE CABINET HINGES

Seattle’s moisture causes swelling and softening.

5. LIGHT FIXTURE PROBLEMS

Buzzing, flickering, or outdated wiring.

6. FLOOR SQUEAKS

Wood expansion from seasonal climate shifts.

7. DRYWALL HOLES

From moving furniture, kids, or previous owners.

8. TV WALL MOUNTS

Incorrect installation leads to expensive accidents.

9. APPLI­ANCE HOOKUPS

Dishwashers, washers, dryers — all need secure installs.

10. GUTTER ISSUES

Trees + rain = clogged downspouts and water intrusion.

11. CAULKING & SEALING

Showers, tubs, sinks — all require periodic refreshes.

12. SMART HOME SETUP

Doorbells, cameras, sensors — lots of moving parts.

13. FENCE & GATE REPAIRS

Windstorms do their thing.

14. THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT

Easy upgrade, big comfort.

15. MINOR ELECTRICAL FIXES

Switches, outlets, dimmers, and more.

PREVENTION IS CHEAPER THAN REPAIR

Regular maintenance extends the life of everything you own. And when something does go wrong, quick repair prevents expensive spread.

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