General Home Repair

Repair dents in your drywall as soon as they occur to prevent further damage. Drywall can become dented in a variety of different ways. Due to the fact that drywall is actually a rather soft...

When it comes to decorating and maintaining certain rooms of your home, you may need to drill a hole in concrete and cinder block walls. While this task isn't one for the typical set of hammer and...

Inflatable mattresses are convenient for camping or for use when guests are staying over at your house. They are relatively inexpensive and easy to store. In addition the inflatable mattresses on...

Screws are incredibly versatile construction tools. No matter what your project is or what material is being used, there is a screw made specifically for it. If you need to attach an object to a...

Shower curtains are prone to rips and tears due to daily use. Tears usually occur around the rings because pressure is constantly put on this area. Instead of replacing your shower curtain you can...

One of the most critical parts of hanging a new door and installing the door handle is drilling the door stock for receiving the handle parts. Drilling a door handle is not overly difficult with...

Fiberglass shower stalls can get damaged from wear and tear, but replacing the entire stall can be expensive and labor intensive: You will have to tear it out, put in the new stall and pay for the...

A cotter pin is a metal pin with a shape similar to a hairpin. Use a cotter pin to secure bolts and provide an added measure of safety to bolt connections. Make sure the cotter pin fits properly...

Removing a stripped screw can be a frustrating experience. Many times, increased effort results in more damage to the screw head. Using a slightly larger screwdriver bit can sometimes work but...

A molly bolt is a fastener that is used to hang objects on drywall. The fastener of a molly bolt is a sleeve that is placed in the hole of the wall. When a screw is screwed into the sleeve, the...

Do you have a large hole in your drywall that you want fix. This article will give you instruction on how to repair the hole and make it look like it never happened.

Plastic tanks are extremely useful items that often incur weather damage and exposure. If you have a plastic tank with a small hole in it, then you should first consider what is in the tank before...

Termites are pests that destroy wood structures and wreak havoc around the world. Termite treatment includes drilling several holes into the foundation of your home so terminate-killing chemicals...

Self-tapping screws are versatile fasteners. They allow you to affix just about anything to any metal object by simply using a drill. The self-tapping screw does not need a pilot hole drilled in...

When building a fence, grounding the posts in concrete will provide a sturdy base, preventing the fence from leaning and keeping the posts firmly in place permanently. You will have to work...

Ok, so I have been on my soapbox alot about how great caulking is and how I think it rules. It just occurred to me that I should write an article instructing how to caulk correctly. If you don't...

Using a screw driver can go beyond just holding it and turning a screw. Using appropriate techniques and some foresight you can save yourself time, money and frustration.

Window and door screens need to be replaced occasionally but there are times that they can be repaired instead. If you notice a small hole in one of your screens it is a very easy process to...

If you want to install a new fiberglass shower or change the plumbing in your existing shower, you may need to cut a hole in the shower wall. Using dull tools or poor technique can cause the...

Time, weather, movement and gravity can all work together to loosen a lag bolt. It's easy to fix a loose lag bolt; it can be as easy as adding another component to the fastening nut. If the bolt's...

Termite treatment drilling is an important factor in protecting your house from the possible invasion of termites. Treatment drilling is used for houses or other buildings surrounded by concrete...

If you have a drill amongst your tool arsenal you are aware of how handy it can be to make certain tasks easier. However, to use your drill to its full potential you need to know about the...

When the head of a bolt breaks off, removing the remaining threaded portion of the bolt from the hole can seem pretty hopeless. But it turns out there is a tool designed expressly for this...

There are many obvious reasons to change the locks on your home or business. Investing in a high-security deadbolt can be a life saver, literally. Changing the locks on your home is not too...

Got holes in your walls? Here are a few tips for all you do-it-yourselfers. There are several ways to patch small to medium holes. Larger holes and replacing whole pieces of drywall I’ll save for...

Have a wooden chair or picture frame that you love, but you can't use any more because there is a loose screw? Your screw has been stripped and isn't holding anymore. The screw itself is OK, but...

Attaching anything to concrete used to be difficult and time-consuming, and required either using power-driven nails or drilling large, deep holes for anchors and bolts. Tapcon screws are...

Summertime is here and the bugs are finding there way into the house. Check thoses window screens for holes. Here are a few steps to fix the problem.

If the front doorknob of your house rattles and feels loose, or just doesn't turn correctly, and tightening the screws on the other side hasn't solved the problem, you should replace it. Today you...

If you have purchased a new door or simply want to install a new handle set on an existing door, the basic principles are the same. The task is very straight forward and can be completed in about...

Accidentally put a hole in wall? Need to fix it quick - here's how. . . It's really pretty simple

Screws don't come out easily when they're rusted, old, or stripped. Rusted or old screws may require a spray or two of a lubricant such as WD-40 to loosen them up enough to be removed with a...

Screws are harder than wood and can sometimes "wear away" the interior wood that holds them in place. The result is a loose screw that continually makes its way out of the hole. You can continue...

Swag hooks are common hardware often used to support plants and light fixtures. The installation of a swag hook doesn't have to be difficult if you follow the manufacturer’s instruction, and use...

If you need to repair a water leak around a basement PVC wall drainpipe, it is not as hard as it may initially appear. Sometimes the leak occurs due to rainwater or grey water run-off that is...

Installing deadbolt locks are not as hard as one may think.

It never fails - every time I move or refinish a piece of furniture, I inevitably lose at least one of the fasteners. Sure, I try to keep the bits and pieces together in a labeled zip-top bag, but...

Plastic is a very versatile compound that is found in many man-made objects. While plastic can be thin and pliable, hard plastic can be thick and solid as a rock. It can stand up under great...

A tap and die set is a series of metal tools for cutting internal threads in holes or external threads on shafts. They come in different sizes.

Patch a hole in house drywall by applying mesh tape and joint compound. Patch holes in drywall with tips from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified technician in this free...

Drill a hole through tile using a drill with a carbide tip. Learn how to drill a hole through tile using the home repair tips in this free video.

A screw extractor is a handy and inexpensive tool. When the head of a screw has been stripped or broken off, it can be almost impossible to remove without this simple tool. A screw extractor looks...

Powerbuilt's motto is "serious tools for serious work," but the screw extractor is a very simple and inexpensive tool that Powerbuilt sells in a pack of five different sizes. It is used to remove...

A sump pump is a device that removes water and pumps it elsewhere. Sump pumps are usually in the basement of a house or other building where water often gathers, especially if the ground is near...

If you have water collecting in your basement, installing a sump pump can solve the problem. A sump pump removes collected water and deposits it far from the house. Installation of a sump pump is...

A shower door's gasket operates to prevent water from escaping the shower's stall when the door is closed and the shower is in use. Over time, this gasket splits, typically from rubbing against...

Are you the victim of mailbox vandalism? Or is your mailbox just starting to look a little ratty and old? If this sounds like you, you may want to make your own mailbox. It is a lot cheaper...

Plexiglass, also called PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate), is a generic name for transparent, high-impact, lightweight glass substitutes synthesized from acrylic polymers. Brand names include Lucite,...

Cutting holes in plexiglass needs to be done in a proper fashion or chipping and cracking can occur. You can drill easily into plexiglass using a normal drill and metal cutting drill bit. You...

One of the most overlooked emergency repair items in your house is a toothpick. Toothpicks can be used for many repairs. If a small piece of wood is need, try a toothpick.