Five Back-to-School Home Improvement Projects to Do
Posted by Power Tool Replacement Parts on Aug 6th 2025
As summer winds down and school starts up, it’s the perfect time to tackle home improvement projects. With fewer distractions, you can focus on updating, organizing, or repairing parts of your home before the busy holiday season begins.
1. Build a Homework Station
A dedicated, distraction-free space for homework can make a huge difference for students. Whether it’s a custom desk, built-in shelves or a refurbished table, a few hours with a circular saw, drill and sander can create a personalized workspace.
Pro Tip: Keep your drill bits sharp and your sander pads fresh — we carry replacements so you can finish the job without hiccups.
2. Organize the Garage or Workshop
Back-to-school season often means storing away summer gear and making space for sports equipment, tools and seasonal items. Build or repair shelving, pegboards or workbenches to keep everything in order.
Pro Tip: If your miter saw’s blade is dull or your drill’s battery isn’t holding a charge, grab a replacement part rather than buying new tools — it saves money and keeps your favorite gear running.
3. Freshen Up Interior Walls
A new coat of paint can make a room feel brand new. Sand down rough patches, repair minor drywall damage, and prime before painting.
Pro Tip: If your sander isn’t running smoothly, check the pad and motor brushes — both are easy to replace and available in our store.
4. Repair or Build Outdoor Storage
From backyard sheds to deck storage boxes, fall prep often involves making sure outdoor storage is sturdy and weather-ready. Tighten hinges, replace warped boards and add a fresh coat of sealant.
Pro Tip: Keep your impact driver and circular saw in prime condition by replacing worn parts like switch assemblies or carbon brushes before they fail.
5. Upgrade Lighting in Key Spaces
Better lighting can make kitchens brighter, workshops safer, and homework areas easier on the eyes. Install new fixtures, under-cabinet lighting or even motion-sensor lights for convenience.
Pro Tip: If your cordless drill or driver isn’t lasting long on a charge, a replacement battery pack can bring it back to life.
Final Thoughts
Back-to-school season isn’t just about notebooks and backpacks — it’s the perfect opportunity to tackle projects you’ve been putting off. And when your tools are in top shape, you can work faster, safer and more efficiently.
At Power Tool Replacement Parts we carry replacement parts for brands like DeWalt, Makita, Black & Decker, Ryobi and more, so you can keep your tools running strong all year long.