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Best Low-Cost Ways to Boost Home Preparedness?

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Best Low-Cost Ways to Boost Home Preparedness?

Prices on just about everything are going up, but I’d still like to strengthen my prepping without breaking the bank. What are some effective low-cost upgrades or habits that you’ve found really make a difference? I’ve started refilling old water bottles and building up canned goods, but I’m sure there’s more I could be doing. Also curious about easy DIY security measures that won’t attract attention or drain the wallet. Any tips?
 
One thing that’s worked for me is making door and window dowel rods from scrap wood—cheap but really strong for extra security. Also, making your own cleaners and first aid salves with basic household stuff saves money and adds peace of mind. Keep an eye out for bulk dry goods at local markets too—sometimes they have crazy good deals. Has
 
MeadowWhisperer said:
Prices on just about everything are going up, but I’d still like to strengthen my prepping without breaking the bank. What are some effective low-cost upgrades or habits that you’ve found really make a difference? I’ve started refilling old water bottles and building up canned goods, but I’m sure there’s more I could be doing. Also curious about easy DIY security measures that won’t attract attention or drain the wallet. Any tips?
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Drying your own herbs for teas and simple remedies is practically free and they store well—plus, repurposing jars for storage keeps clutter down and saves money. Have you tried using thorny rose trimmings under windows as a quiet deterrent?
 
Old blankets and towels can be cut up and used for cleaning, bandages, or insulation, so I never throw those out. Solar garden lights (the cheap kind) can be brought inside during outages for safe, reusable lighting. For security, a simple bell on the inside of the door alerts you if it’s opened—doesn’t look like much but it works. Anyone tried layering cardboard and foil by windows for insulation and privacy?
 
Love the idea of using scrap wood for dowels—cheap, sturdy, and no one really notices them. Have you found any particular type of wood works better for that?
 
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