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How to Unclog a Sink or Tub Drain

By coelacanth6

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Before you call the plumber or resort to harsh chemicals, try this cheap and easy fix to unclog sink or tub drains... more »

How to - Should You Get a Home Repair Warranty?

By 08Save and Make Money

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What would happen if your heating system failed two days before Christmas and had to be replaced? How and will you be able to afford a minimum of $5000 to replace it? Or how about your major appliances, large screen TV's or security systems... more »

How to adjust household water pressure

By Marty Alan McGill

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If you're like me, when it comes to taking a shower, you want all the water pressure you can get. A lot of people settle for less pressure than they have to ... sometimes all it takes is a simple adjustment... more »

How to Buy a Toilet Plunger

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Buying a toilet plunger is never a fun experience. But you have to have one because something is inevitably going to clog up your toilet, bathtub or sink. So, what do you need to know in order to buy a plunger?.. more »

How to Choose an Under-the-Sink Water Filter

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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If your filtration needs exceed that of a low-end faucet filter or pitcher-filter, or if you have excessive sediment, heavy metal or bacterial contamination, you’ll likely need to opt for an under-the-sink water filtration system. There are many ... more »

How to Design a Septic System for a Dog Kennel

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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Designing and incorporating a septic system into your dog kennel is a fairly challenging project idea. Before even considering a septic system, though, you need to assess the soil in the kennel area where you are planning to put your septic ... more »

How to Drain Water Pipes Prior to Winter

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Draining the water pipes involves turning off the water supply at the source, then turning on all the faucets to remove water from the pipes. You should also flush any toilets to remove water from the reserve tanks... more »

How to Fix a Faucet

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Drip, drip, drip . . . when you've had enough of that repetitive sound, it's time to fix a leaky faucet. And you'll save money on your water bill. Today's sinks commonly use one of the faucet types shown below. Dual-handled faucets utilize either ... more »

How to Fix a Leaky Washing Machine Valve

By michaelgavin

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A leaky washing machine valve can very quickly become a costly affair. A small leak consisting of only little water droplets can very quickly become a flooded and moldy laundry room overnight. However before you break down and call the local ... more »

How to FIX GARBAGE DISPOSAL ,stuck or jammed

By BigDaddyUSMC

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How to unstick a jammed garbage disposal.. more »

How to Hire a Septic Contractor

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Installing a septic system is an expensive but essential project when building a new home in an area not served by public sewers. Here's how to find a contractor to get the job done... more »

How to Improve Dishwasher Performance

By hlhartman

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Do your "clean" dishes come out of the dishwasher covered in water spots and with last night's dinner still attached to them? While they may be sanitary, they certainly don't look "clean" sometimes. Try a few of the ... more »

How to install a frost free outside faucet

By seashore

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In some cases you will buy a new house and find the faucet is on the opposite side of the house or there isn't one at all. You can install one practically anywhere you want as long as you have access to a water source... more »

How to Install a Shower Head

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Many people decide to install a new showerhead because their old one leaks, is broken or they just want new showerhead features. You'll find that installing a new showerhead is an easy job and your family will be enjoying it in no time. Here's ... more »

How to Install a Sink Faucet

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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It's easy to install a new sink faucet if you need to replace your old one. Even if your old faucet is still in good working order and you just want a new modern look for your kitchen or bathroom, you will be able to do the job yourself, with the ... more »

How to keep your toilet safe.

By Jims-way

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My article is about prevention of toilet overflows. If you go by these guidelines, you will save yourself some trouble... more »

How to Maintain a Trumpet

By Anthony Delgado

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Contrary to popular belief, trumpet maintenance is very simple. It’s not necessary to purchase any special kits in order to do so. Here is all you need to do for regular maintenance... more »

How to make your existing hot water heater more efficient.

By Sensei

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At the end of this 'how to' the reader will learn how to cut their energy bill, increase the life of your hot water heater and enjoy warmer water. If done correctly, this article will be able to keep water warm for four days without having to ... more »

How to Prime a Sump Pump

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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You can use a sump pump to remove water from flooded basements, draining pools and pool covers. This equipment is also handy for bailing water out of boats and emptying clogged drains. Follow these steps to prime it... more »

How to Properly Care for Your Well

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Knowing how to properly take care of your well is important, so homeowners with a well need should follow an annual sanitation procedure. Sanitizing your well helps prevent E. coli contamination from sewage runoff. Preserving your well water as ... more »

How to Remove an Old Shower Head

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Removing that old, corroded shower head is a lot easier than it looks, requiring nothing more than a bit of elbow grease and possibly a wrench. It's time to replace the old one when you notice that you're only getting a few drips of water instead ... more »

How to Remove Hard-Water Deposits From Metal Showerheads

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Hard water left on surfaces causes lime and mineral deposits that can ruin your shower head. Here's how to tackle deposit problems on metal shower heads... more »

How to Repair a Leaky Outdoor Faucet

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Leaky faucets are a source of higher water bills as well as aggravation. Although there is sometimes a problem a little trickier causing the leakage, most faucet leaks are very simple to repair... more »

How to Repair a Small Pipe Leak

By Scott Cavanagh

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Emergency plumbing repairs can range from taking temporary measures while you wait for a plumber to making repairs that will last for years. Even minor leaks however, should be attended to in some fashion immediately to prevent further damage. ... more »

How to Repair Ceramic Disc Faucets

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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You don't need to put up with the annoying sound of a dripping faucet. Ceramic disc faucets have two ceramic discs inside a cylinder that regulate the flow of water from your faucet. Sometimes small particles clog the disc apparatus, and you must ... more »

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