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Remodeling a home can seem like a difficult task, but it becomes much simpler when broken down into a number of small, simple home repairs. Discover how to pick out home improvement supplies and perform maintenance with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video series on home repair.
There are 30 videos in this series:
Frozen or freezing pipes can be prevented with foam insulation that wraps around the pipes. Wrap electrical tape around pipes in cold climates with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
In order to repair a cartridge faucet, a crescent wrench and Allen wrench set are needed. Turn off the hot and cold water when repairing a cartridge faucet with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
The best way to open a paint can is with an opener that can be bought at hardware stores. Use a screwdriver as an alternative to opening a paint can with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
A typical oven has both an upper and lower element that are plugged into the main electrical source in the back of the oven. Turn off the power before replacing the element in an oven with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When picking carpet for a room, decide how much foot traffic that room is likely to receive. Add resale value to a home by installing nice carpets with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When picking out ceramic tile, it helps to first figure out what the budget is. Buy ceramic tile for a shower, kitchen or flooring with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
Paint stripper can come in a liquid form, a paste, a gel or a spray, so deciding on the material is the first step in buying a paint stripper. Use a paste or gel paint stripper on vertical surfaces with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When remodeling a kitchen, be prepared to work for a longer period of time than was originally planned. Isolate a kitchen by hanging plastic with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
Ceiling fan motors usually require very little maintenance, but occasionally they will have a circuit breaker popped or they will become wobbly. Add weight to balance fan blades on ceiling fans with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When picking out paints, stains or varnish, it's important to buy a product that is intended for use in the proper environment. Buy paints and stains that are formulated for interior use and exterior use with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
Picking out flooring requires considerations of budget, the type of room being worked on and traffic patterns or durability. Buy carpeting, linoleum or hardwood flooring with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When picking carpet for a room, decide how much foot traffic that room is likely to receive. Add resale value to a home by installing nice carpets with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When picking out roofing, it helps to decide between fiberglass shingles, metal roofing and tile roofing. Learn about dimensional roofing with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
A clogged ice maker is a result of a problem with the supply water or ice that has built up on the mechanism. Check the filter in a refrigerator when repairing an ice maker with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When troubleshooting a dryer for clothing, check for proper airflow, clean the lint trap and check the hose vent for lint. Get a dryer vent cleaned with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
Drywall can often incur minor damages from attach points for wall fixtures or nail holes. Use toothpaste or spackling to fill in minor drywall holes with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
In home repair, most of the problems people have with gates is that they sag and start dragging on the ground. Put an anti-sagging device on a gate with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
When deciding to do remodeling work, decide what type of remodel is being done and do research around the neighborhood and in home improvement stores. Take measurements and prioritize remodeling plans with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
A pressure washer can be used on concrete to clean a large area with a narrow, high-pressure stream of water. Support a pressure washer wand with both hands with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
A pressure washer can be used to get rid of mold and mildew problems on a fence. Use a gas-powered pressure washer and check the fuel levels with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
A common problem in floor tiles is small chips that can generally be repaired by disguising the chip with paint that matches the tile color. Get a chip in floor tile to blend in with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
A leaky outdoor faucet is usually caused by a problem with the seal around the faucet. Use a pair of channel locks to fix a leaky faucet with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
In order to stop leaks in a garbage disposal, some tools that are needed include screwdrivers, pipe wrenches or channel locks. Make sure there's no movement to a garbage disposal when repairing a leak with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
Dust in a home can be reduced by sweeping driveways and sidewalks and by doing periodic maintenance. Use a high-efficiency return air filter to reduce dust with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
If a garage door opener isn't working, check the remote control's battery and check the sensors on the opener itself. Stop a garage door from getting jammed with help from a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement and maintenance.
Home remodeling is a great way to repair and replace broken items in a home. Additionally, home remodeling can bring an outdated home to contemporary standards or can simply maintain the classic or historical look of the home. Home repair is often the last thing homeowners want to spend money and time on. However, as many DIYers know, homeowners can do their own home repair with instructions from home renovation and construction professionals. In this free video series, a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor provides tips for DIY projects around the house. Discover how to select carpet, ceramic tile, flooring and roofing for a home. Learn about repairing everything from gates and leaky faucets to clogged ice makers and dryer lint traps. Improve the way a home looks and functions with this home maintenance help.
Tim Gipson Tim Gipson is a home repair specialist and remodeling contractor in Nashville, Tenn. He holds a MST and BS from Middle Tennessee University. Gipson is insured, licensed and bonded with the state of Tennessee.dkdk
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