Every homeowner knows that a home is both expensive and takes hard work. On average, homeowners spend between 1 and 3 percent of their home’s value on repairs and improvement. Certainly, it is possible to reduce costs, so it makes sense to review some great ideas for doing just that.

Make nail holes along the rim of the paint can! The groove where the lids goes on metal cans of paint usually fills with paint, causing it to spill over the sides when you attempt to put the lid back on. Use a small nail to puncture several holes into this rim, allowing paint to drain from the channel back into the can.

The next time you think about home improvement, think about adding solar panels onto your house. While the upfront cost may be large, you may find it to be a wise investment in comparison to the rising