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Every house needs a bit of work and many chores don't need a contractor to do them. Do basic maintenance and repairs around your house with these free videos on home improvement, including tips on how to dispose of paint, install blinds and unclog a sink.
There are 25 videos in this series:
Paint strippers are used to remove old paint from surfaces in order to apply new paint. Choose a good paint stripper to make it an easy process with tips from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.
A wood stain can make a finish seem cheap or elaborate depending on the brand of stain. Choose a good wood stain to make it an easy process with tips from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.
A wood stain can make a finish seem cheap or elaborate depending on the brand of stain. Choose a good wood varnish to make it an easy process with tips from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.
A speed square is a straight edge and angle measurement tool that carpenters and framers use. Draw straight edges using a speed square with tips from a professional on home improvement in this free video.
A water heater is vital to any modern home, providing hot water to the whole house. Choose the best water heater for any house with tips from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.
Paint strippers are used to remove old paint from surfaces in order to apply new paint. Use a paint stripper to make it an easy process with tips from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.
Most doorbell buttons have a light in them so people can see them at night. Occasionally they light may go out. Watch as a professional home improvement expert shows how to fix a doorbell button in this free video clip.
Sometimes dimmer light switches stop fading the light on and off. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to fix a dimmer light switch in this free video.
A three-way switch is actually two switches in a room controlling the same thing. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to fix a three-way switch in this free video.
Loosening rusty or tight nuts and bolts can be difficult, but oil or a wire brush can help loosen them up. Learn several easy and fast ways to loosen and remove rusty nuts and bolts with tips and advice from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.
Some paint is illegal to throw away in the garbage, so read the label. Listen to some advice from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.on how to dispose of paint properly.
Painting baseboards can sometimes leave streaks in the paint. Watch these tips from a professional home repairman and learn how to prevent streaks when painting in this free video.
Bricks are difficult to paint because they are porous and absorb the paint. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to paint bricks in this free video on home improvement.
A water heater is vital to any modern home, providing hot water to the whole house. Maintain a water heater for any house with tips from a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) certified home repairman in this free video on home repair.
Allergy, air and furnace filters restrict more air and cause trouble in cooling and heating the home. Watch these tips from a professional home repairman, and learn how to clean or replace furnace filters correctly in this free video.
Power washing is one method of removing paint from brick, but it does not always work. Watch as a professional home repairman removes paint from bricks in this free video on home improvement.
Many times sinks are clogged in the P trap that hangs beneath the sink. This means the P trap must be removed. Watch as a professional home repairman unclogs a kitchen sink in this free video on home improvement.
Many times sinks trap lost items, such as rings and earrings, in the P trap that hangs beneath the sink. This means the P trap must must be removed. Watch as a professional home repairman removes wedding rings and other lost items from a kitchen sink in this free video on home improvement.
Sticky drawers are a common problem in almost every home, and the answer is usually very simple. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to fix a sticky drawer in this free video on home improvement.
Removing any kind of caulk is simple with a razor knife and a scraper to get down through the caulk. Watch as a professional home improvement expert removes caulk in this free video on home improvement.
After painting, paint rollers can be reused by simply cleaning them off with soap and water. Watch as a professional home repairman cleans paint rollers in this free video on home improvement.
Mold is never a good thing to have in a house, but there are some ways to prevent or stop it. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to get rid of mold in the home in this free video on home improvement.
Fixing or repairing a door lock may seem like a daunting task but it can be very simple to fix. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to fix door locks in this free video on home improvement.
Many times mini blinds in homes are damaged by pets or children. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to fix mini blinds in this free video on home improvement.
Many times mini blinds in homes are damaged by pets or children, and replacing many at the same time is usually easier than fixing one at a time. Watch as a professional home repairman shows how to replace mini blinds in this free video on home improvement.
There are all sorts of odd jobs around the house that need fixing, but don't hire a professional handyman just yet. It may seem overwhelming, but you are more than capable of taking on and repairing odd job without any help. Watch as a do-it-yourself home repairman shows you how to fix everything from a loose doorknob to a leaky toilet tank. As a home improvement business owner, this professional home repairman knows how to handle almost any home repair problem. Save money by learning how to do basic home repairs on your own with this free video series. Those who live in brick homes can learn the importance of examining the mortar between bricks from time-to-time. Watch how to handle odd jobs like repairing a window screen, fixing a slow-running toilet, and learn tips for handling just about any do-it-yourself home project.
James Drew James Drew is the owner and president of JNC Home Repair in Austin, TX. An HVAC certified tech with over two decades experience in plumbing, masonry and carpentry, Drew and his wife started JNC Home Repair to be a one-stop shop for all home repair needs.dkdk
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