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Bathtub Troubleshooting
homeimprovement.dexknows.com Bathtub troubleshooting usually begins with checking the drain for obstructions and using the correct sealant around fixtures. Find out when it is time to call a professional with information from a master plumber in this video on bathroom plumbing. … Continue reading
Electrical & Plumbing Repairs : How to Determine Electrical Wires by Color
Determining electrical wires by color is very important in a home, because the currents differ from a direct circuit application. Identify electrical wires by color with tips from a certified HVAC tech and plumber in this free video on electrical … Continue reading
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Home Improvements : How to Unclog a Kitchen Sink
To unclog a kitchen sink, either use chemical clog removers available at the grocery store or use baking soda, vinegar, hot water and salt for an economical and environmentally friendly method. Eliminate clogs in the kitchen sink withadvice from a … Continue reading
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Sarasota – Skip’s Air Conditioning & Appliance Service Inc
Your refrigerator dies, your A/C stops, your life goes on hold. Call Skip’s Air Conditioning & Appliance Service for experienced service. Serving Sarasota and Manatee Counties in Florida, they offer honest estimates and expert repairs and installations so you can … Continue reading
Home Repair & Maintenance : How to Replace a Deadbolt Lock
When replacing a deadbolt lock, remove the screws and install the new pin and new screws. Replace a deadbolt lock with a simple Phillips-head screwdriver by following advice from an experienced carpenter and construction specialist in this free video series … Continue reading
Home Improvements : How to Cut Molding
To cut molding, use a miter box and back saw to line up the right angles, or use a compound miter saw to make the job easier. Find the right power tools to cut decorative molding withadvice from a licensed … Continue reading
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Home Improvement & Maintenance : How to Re-Caulk a Tub or Shower
When re-caulking a bathtub or shower, be careful with acrylics and use a scraper or plastic spatula. Re-caulk a bathtub or shower by using a caulk gun with tips from a construction specialist in thisfree video on home repair and … Continue reading
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Home Improvements : How to Do Finish Carpentry
Doing finish carpentry requires cutting baseboards, casing around doors, trim and crown molding, and it requires a lot of patience and precision to make it look polished. Learn about finish carpentry to complete a room withadvice from a licensed remodeling … Continue reading
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Home Improvements : How to Cut a Return on Crown Molding
Cutting a return on crown molding is when the crown molding terminates in the middle of the wall and requires a finishing piece to look polished. Cut a return on crown molding using a compound miter saw withadvice from a … Continue reading
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Home Improvements & Maintenance : How to Make a Rust Remover
Make natural rust remover by mixing baking soda and lemon juice or vinegar into a paste, which can be applied to any metal surface that has rust on it. Allow the rust remover to dissolve the rust and then wipe … Continue reading
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Home Maintenance & Repair Tips : How to Turn Off Main Water Service
Turning off a main water supply requires finding the shutoff valve, which is typically in the garage area, and turning on a faucet to let any excess water come out after it’s been turned off. Locate the main water shutoff … Continue reading
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Electrical & Plumbing Repairs : How to Fix Flushing Problems
The most common toilet flushing problems are usually related to the chain hooked to the flapper valve. Fix toilet flushing problems with tips from a certified HVAC tech and plumber in this free video on plumbing repairs. Expert: James Drew … Continue reading
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Home Maintenance & Repair Tips : How to Change the Batteries in Your Smoke Detector
Changing batteries in a smoke alarm should be done every six months and requires removing the device’s face plate. Keep a fresh supply of batteries when using battery operated smoke alarms and change them regularly with advice from ahome repair … Continue reading
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Home Improvement & Maintenance Tips : Cheap Remodeling Ideas
Cheap remodeling ideas include repainting the walls and furniture, refinishing the floors or cabinets, replacing small fixtures and switching out the cabinet hardware. Look for inexpensive ways to make a big change in a room withadvice from a licensed remodeling … Continue reading
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Home Improvement & Maintenance Tips : How to Drill a Hole in Bathroom Tile
To drill a hole in bathroom tile, use a very sharp masonry bit, a block of wood with a pre-drilled hole for support and a spray bottle to keep the bit and the tile cool, which prevents cracking and splintering. … Continue reading
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