General Home Repair

A common problem in homes is a clogged sink or one that will not drain. Usually, the clog is in the waste trap, or P trap, so named because the pipe is shaped like a letter P. This pipe keeps...

Kitchen faucets sometimes get loose from being turned on and off so often. This causes either the base of the valve stem assembly or the packing nut to become loose and the faucet starts leaking...

How you extract a struck screw can depend on factors such as what kind of screw it is and how tightly it is struck. A range of possible ways to extract a stuck screw are worth considering. Start...

Remodeling your bathroom often means removing the toilet so that you can put in new tiling or floor coverings. When everything else is in, you must reset the toilet fixture, which is not a...

One of the beauties of the Dremel rotary tool is the large number of accessories it can use. Some accessories, however, may have a different size shaft that others. This means you may have to...

A leaking or dripping faucet wastes our planet's natural resources. This will result in higher water bills and/or energy use. Repairing, replacement or disconnection of an existing outside water...

A ratcheting wrench is a handy tool for working in tight spaces where a standard wrench would not be able to maneuver. You turn a standard wrench to the right when fastening a bolt and left if...

The majority of sinks stop draining because the trap below gets plugged. This is easy to remedy without the use of drain cleaner.

When a bolt has become frozen, it means it's probably hopelessly stuck. A frozen bolt usually cannot be removed with conventional items, such as a wrench. Unless you get lucky with a simpler...

Removing a stuck bolt can be very challenging. This is because a stuck bolt is usually stuck due to rust or corrosion. Moisture and road salt (if you live in northern climates, states use salt to...

A Dewalt grinder is a handy tool to have at home or in any type of repair shop. The name brand delivers a powerful and reliable motor. After time, the grinding wheels will get to a point where...

Loosening a bolt can be either relatively easy or difficult, depending on how tightly the bolt is attached. Over time a bolt can become stuck because rust forms on its threads or it undergoes some...

A leaky shower faucet is more than irritating---it wastes money. But calling a plumber for such a problem can often be costly. Fortunately, repairing or replacing your shower faucet is a...

Leaking faucets can cause higher water bills. If the faucet is outdoors, the water could also damage the foundation of the house. Replacing the washers in an outdoor faucet is the first place to...

How to repair your basic ball valve, a typical ball will have a lever handle. By moving the ball inside the valve, your opening and closing the flow of water through the valve. There's more then a...

A bolt or similar part that has rusted may be difficult to loosen. The rust that has formed on the threading causes the bolt to adhere to the material in which it was installed. You need to break...

Low-flow shower heads are an economical way to cut your water consumption and your energy bills. They use less water than conventional heads but still give you the water pressure you desire. You...

We all jump in the shower day after day, sometimes twice a day. If you have teenagers you know they sometimes jump in twice a day. Then one day the shower head is spraying in different directions...

A longer lever-arm will apply more torque to things that are hard to turn.

There may come a time when you must remove your Crafstman garage door opener. Whether it is to replace it with a new one or to remove it to make an addition, the do-it-yourself homeowner can...

Unfortunately for us, plumbing work is needed from time to time. Pipes burst, tubing leaks and faucets seemingly fall to pieces. There are certain projects, like replacing the pipes throughout...

Finding the best Delta faucet for your bathtub depends on your aesthetic preference. If you are going a more modern direction, then choose something simple. Traditional designs are always in style...

Pipe wrenches come in a wide range of sizes. For general purposes, an 8-inch or 10-inch wrench will work. Purchase pipe wrenches, which are made of steel or heavy-duty aluminum, at home...

The blower on a gas furnace is responsible for moving cold air past the furnace's heat exchanger, where it is heated, then into the main duct passages and throughout the house. A furnace that...

If the edges and corners of a bolt head have been stripped, a wrench or ratchet will no longer grip it. In fact, a wrench or ratchet is more likely to further strip a bolt than to grip it. This...

There are a few different styles of cut-off saws available. From the hand-held, gas-powered concrete/masonry Makita cut-off saw to your basic circular saw, blade removal is either the same or...

In order to remove a garbage disposal, an individual will need a large crescent wrench, a flat tip screwdriver and possibly a pipe wrench. Find out how to detach the main drain line before...

When you shower, does it seem like you spend most of your time trying to get your hair wet? It could be that the water pressure in your shower is low. This article will show you some simple ways...

Locking yourself out of your house is a frustrating experience and can ruin your whole day. If you don't have a spare key and are running late for work, you can't call someone up to come let you...

Padlocks are generally used to keep out unwanted visitors. Older locks are large and bulky, while current models are lighter, but still as sturdy and dependable. There are several ways to remove a...

A stripped lug nut is the stuff of DIY repair nightmares. More often than not they are the result of impatient or over zealous work. Using the wrong tools to tighten lug nuts, like a pair of...

Chainsaws are incredibly useful, but they can be a bit difficult when they fall into disrepair through lack of use or overuse without proper maintenance. Fortunately, although a chainsaw looks and...

A wrench works using the principles of leverage and mechanical advantage. It's a process by which all machines work. The wrench applies direct force to an object, usually a bolt. This force is...

Tools can be very expensive. Here's a few ways to manage this expense and still get your projects completed.

Contrary to what Hollywood would have you believe, picking a lock is a little harder than poking it with a paperclip or running a credit card down the door frame. Real lock picking takes practice,...

If you have ever been in any commercial building or restaurant you have seen one of these types of toilet flushing devices. There are 2 types one that flushes manual and one that flushes automatically

You will be able to change your own bathtub spout

Whether it is a 2 handle, single handle, 4 inch, 6 or 8 inch roman style faucet, All of these types will eventually need to be repaired. In this how to article you will learn how to simply repair...

When your home improvement project requires a specific level of force on a bolt or nut, use a torque wrench. It is designed to deliver a specific amount of force to the nut or bolt. Use a torque...

You can fix shower leaks

Does your sink drain slowly? Does it not drain at all? Chances are, you have a plugged drain that can be fixed very quickly. All you need it a little time, and a couple tools, and you can do it...

Replacing your bathroom shower head is one of the easiest bathroom upgrades you can do by yourself. It requires very little tools and you can do it in less then 20 minutes. Follow the steps below...

Learn how to cut an inner thread using a T tap wrench.

The heads of older bolts can become rounded after much use. Some of these are the result of abuse, such as hitting a stuck bolt with a hammer. In most instances, rounded bolt heads are the result...

Sooner or later we have to change out the toilet seat, especially when it cracks or breaks. The process is straight forward. Here's how.

If your Chevy Corvette makes a clinking or grinding noise from the rear when you turn, you may need to change the oil in the rear axle. This noise is caused by the clutch plates rubbing and...

Without a doubt the most popular household power tool for the do it yourselfer and the pro is the electric drill. The relatively small price tag makes it a must have. It more than pays for itself...

Bathtub fixtures may begin to leak over time or they may simply go out of style. Whatever the reason for replacing them, you can do the installation with the proper tools and a little effort. Have...

Even if you do not consider yourself handy around the house, you never know when you are going to need simple tools like a screwdriver or a wrench. You can put together a basic toolbox in just one...

Being locked out of anywhere can be frustrating and costly. No one wants to call a locksmith. But, with a little practice, you can pick practically any lock and save yourself a big expense. Just...