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Flushing the water heater may help. Attach a garden hose to the drain-valve on the lower edge of the water heater. Route the other end to a drain or laundry tub. Open the valve carefully, because the water will be hot. Drain about five gallons, wait a few hours, and then drain again. This procedure will remove any loose particles from thetank.
TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen.QUICK TIP #16
Here is the quick tip: You can identify the type of switch by looking at the marking on it. Single pole switches, with one switch controlling one light, are marked with an “on” and “off ” position. A three-way switch has no marking because there is no consistent on or off position. The on-off can change depending on theposition of the
BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood.QUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind theQUICK TIP #14
The water heater’s thumping is caused by sediment that has built up in the bottom of the metal tank or around the electrical heating elements. The illustration shows a gas water heater with this problem. The sediment interferes with even heat transfer and allows steam bubbles to form. The bubbles float upward and then implode with amuffled
HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat. TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COM For professionals, we offer these articles in PDF format so you can post them on your website or duplicate them for your customers. To purchase them, visit our online store. These articles are protected by copyright, and any use without specific written permission of the author is a violation of law. Just Fix-It – The Absolute Best HomeQUICK TIP #16
Here is the quick tip: You can identify the type of switch by looking at the marking on it. Single pole switches, with one switch controlling one light, are marked with an “on” and “off ” position. A three-way switch has no marking because there is no consistent on or off position. The on-off can change depending on theposition of the
RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? AnBROWN WATER
Flushing the water heater may help. Attach a garden hose to the drain-valve on the lower edge of the water heater. Route the other end to a drain or laundry tub. Open the valve carefully, because the water will be hot. Drain about five gallons, wait a few hours, and then drain again. This procedure will remove any loose particles from thetank.
SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen. BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood.QUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat. HOW TO OPERATE YOUR HOME How to Operate Your Home – Professional Edition. Give your customers a perfect guide to home maintenance and repair – and differentiate yourself from the competition! Along with your quality report,provide a copy of this great book with your contact information added. They’ll keep it handy,and your name will be on display indefinitely. ABOUT | MISTERFIX-IT.COM Tom Feiza, "Mr. Fix-It," Inc. For 31 years, Tom hosted "The Mr. Fix-It Show"—a live radio call-in show on AM620 WTMJ on Saturdays from 8-9 am. The “Fix-It” program is Milwaukee’s top-rated Saturday show, with more than 45,000 listeners each hour. Tom gave practical advicewhi
ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COM For professionals, we offer these articles in PDF format so you can post them on your website or duplicate them for your customers. To purchase them, visit our online store. These articles are protected by copyright, and any use without specific written permission of the author is a violation of law. Just Fix-It – The Absolute Best Home RECOMMENDED HOME REPAIR MANUALS In home repair manuals, I always look for a book with lots of drawings and pictures. I also look for practical advice on day-to-day problems like sticking windows or basic furnace maintenance. Most people don't need details like how to test electrical heating elements in the waterheater or
BEST HOME INSPECTION Call Tom Feiza - Mr.Fix-it Inc. for a Home Inspection at (262) 303-4884 What is a home inspection? A home inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home. If you are thinking of buying a house, you should have it properly inspected before purchase by an experie SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen.QUICK TIP #10
If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch off. Look under the disposal and locate the reset switch — a little button recessed within a hole toward the side of the housing. Push the button, and the disposal should at least hum when you hit the wall switch. It may also come up to speed.QUICK TIP #31
Quick Tip #31 – Paint Over That Water Stain. Let’s say there was a leak in the drain for an upstairs bathroom that left a brown stain on the drywall below. No problem – you painted it with latex paint left over from painting the ceiling, and at first it looked great. But a week later the stain started to bleed through the paint, and FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
WATER-BASED POLYURETHANE OVER OIL-BASED? Question: Is it OK to use a water-based polyurethane such as Minwax Polycrylic over an interior door surface that had previously been finished with oil-based? Minwax says it's OK, but the lady at the home improvement store said no. Could you please break the tie? -Mary Answer: In most cases TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best.BROWN WATER
Flushing the water heater may help. Attach a garden hose to the drain-valve on the lower edge of the water heater. Route the other end to a drain or laundry tub. Open the valve carefully, because the water will be hot. Drain about five gallons, wait a few hours, and then drain again. This procedure will remove any loose particles from thetank.
TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen.QUICK TIP #16
Here is the quick tip: You can identify the type of switch by looking at the marking on it. Single pole switches, with one switch controlling one light, are marked with an “on” and “off ” position. A three-way switch has no marking because there is no consistent on or off position. The on-off can change depending on theposition of the
BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood.QUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind theQUICK TIP #14
The water heater’s thumping is caused by sediment that has built up in the bottom of the metal tank or around the electrical heating elements. The illustration shows a gas water heater with this problem. The sediment interferes with even heat transfer and allows steam bubbles to form. The bubbles float upward and then implode with amuffled
HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat. TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best.BROWN WATER
Flushing the water heater may help. Attach a garden hose to the drain-valve on the lower edge of the water heater. Route the other end to a drain or laundry tub. Open the valve carefully, because the water will be hot. Drain about five gallons, wait a few hours, and then drain again. This procedure will remove any loose particles from thetank.
TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen.QUICK TIP #16
Here is the quick tip: You can identify the type of switch by looking at the marking on it. Single pole switches, with one switch controlling one light, are marked with an “on” and “off ” position. A three-way switch has no marking because there is no consistent on or off position. The on-off can change depending on theposition of the
BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood.QUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind theQUICK TIP #14
The water heater’s thumping is caused by sediment that has built up in the bottom of the metal tank or around the electrical heating elements. The illustration shows a gas water heater with this problem. The sediment interferes with even heat transfer and allows steam bubbles to form. The bubbles float upward and then implode with amuffled
HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat. HOW TO OPERATE YOUR HOME How to Operate Your Home – Professional Edition. Give your customers a perfect guide to home maintenance and repair – and differentiate yourself from the competition! Along with your quality report,provide a copy of this great book with your contact information added. They’ll keep it handy,and your name will be on display indefinitely. ABOUT | MISTERFIX-IT.COM Tom Feiza, "Mr. Fix-It," Inc. For 31 years, Tom hosted "The Mr. Fix-It Show"—a live radio call-in show on AM620 WTMJ on Saturdays from 8-9 am. The “Fix-It” program is Milwaukee’s top-rated Saturday show, with more than 45,000 listeners each hour. Tom gave practical advicewhi
ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COM For professionals, we offer these articles in PDF format so you can post them on your website or duplicate them for your customers. To purchase them, visit our online store. These articles are protected by copyright, and any use without specific written permission of the author is a violation of law. Just Fix-It – The Absolute Best Home RECOMMENDED HOME REPAIR MANUALS In home repair manuals, I always look for a book with lots of drawings and pictures. I also look for practical advice on day-to-day problems like sticking windows or basic furnace maintenance. Most people don't need details like how to test electrical heating elements in the waterheater or
BEST HOME INSPECTION Call Tom Feiza - Mr.Fix-it Inc. for a Home Inspection at (262) 303-4884 What is a home inspection? A home inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home. If you are thinking of buying a house, you should have it properly inspected before purchase by an experie SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen.QUICK TIP #10
If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch off. Look under the disposal and locate the reset switch — a little button recessed within a hole toward the side of the housing. Push the button, and the disposal should at least hum when you hit the wall switch. It may also come up to speed.QUICK TIP #31
Quick Tip #31 – Paint Over That Water Stain. Let’s say there was a leak in the drain for an upstairs bathroom that left a brown stain on the drywall below. No problem – you painted it with latex paint left over from painting the ceiling, and at first it looked great. But a week later the stain started to bleed through the paint, and FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
WATER-BASED POLYURETHANE OVER OIL-BASED? Question: Is it OK to use a water-based polyurethane such as Minwax Polycrylic over an interior door surface that had previously been finished with oil-based? Minwax says it's OK, but the lady at the home improvement store said no. Could you please break the tie? -Mary Answer: In most cases TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, anQUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? AnQUICK TIP #10
If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch off. Look under the disposal and locate the reset switch — a little button recessed within a hole toward the side of the housing. Push the button, and the disposal should at least hum when you hit the wall switch. It may also come up to speed. CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very durable. They are made in many shapes and sizes to fit all the popular tub sizes. You do need HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat. BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood.QUICK TIP #14
The water heater’s thumping is caused by sediment that has built up in the bottom of the metal tank or around the electrical heating elements. The illustration shows a gas water heater with this problem. The sediment interferes with even heat transfer and allows steam bubbles to form. The bubbles float upward and then implode with amuffled
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, anQUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? AnQUICK TIP #10
If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch off. Look under the disposal and locate the reset switch — a little button recessed within a hole toward the side of the housing. Push the button, and the disposal should at least hum when you hit the wall switch. It may also come up to speed. CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very durable. They are made in many shapes and sizes to fit all the popular tub sizes. You do need HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat. BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood.QUICK TIP #14
The water heater’s thumping is caused by sediment that has built up in the bottom of the metal tank or around the electrical heating elements. The illustration shows a gas water heater with this problem. The sediment interferes with even heat transfer and allows steam bubbles to form. The bubbles float upward and then implode with amuffled
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR HOME How to Operate Your Home – Professional Edition. Give your customers a perfect guide to home maintenance and repair – and differentiate yourself from the competition! Along with your quality report,provide a copy of this great book with your contact information added. They’ll keep it handy,and your name will be on display indefinitely. ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COM For professionals, we offer these articles in PDF format so you can post them on your website or duplicate them for your customers. To purchase them, visit our online store. These articles are protected by copyright, and any use without specific written permission of the author is a violation of law. Just Fix-It – The Absolute Best Home RECOMMENDED HOME REPAIR MANUALS In home repair manuals, I always look for a book with lots of drawings and pictures. I also look for practical advice on day-to-day problems like sticking windows or basic furnace maintenance. Most people don't need details like how to test electrical heating elements in the waterheater or
BEST HOME INSPECTION Call Tom Feiza - Mr.Fix-it Inc. for a Home Inspection at (262) 303-4884 What is a home inspection? A home inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home. If you are thinking of buying a house, you should have it properly inspected before purchase by an experie SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen. FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
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Here is the quick tip: You can identify the type of switch by looking at the marking on it. Single pole switches, with one switch controlling one light, are marked with an “on” and “off ” position. A three-way switch has no marking because there is no consistent on or off position. The on-off can change depending on theposition of the
EXCESSIVE MOISTURE IN THE ATTIC Answer: Your problem is warm air leaking into the (now) cold attic. In the past, air leaks existed but the attic was warm because of the lack of insulation. When the air is warm it holds a lot of moisture, so the “relative” humidity was low and there was no moisture problem. The solution is to air-seal between the attic and the heated space CONDENSATION ON STORM WINDOWS Condensation on the inside of the storms is caused by warm, moist air leaking from the inside of the home around the interior, primary windows into the space between the primary window and storm. Once the moist air is there, the moisture condenses on the storms – the coldest surface. This is a common problem and unless it is excessive,quite
WATER-BASED POLYURETHANE OVER OIL-BASED? Question: Is it OK to use a water-based polyurethane such as Minwax Polycrylic over an interior door surface that had previously been finished with oil-based? Minwax says it's OK, but the lady at the home improvement store said no. Could you please break the tie? -Mary Answer: In most cases TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COMMICROSOFT MR FIX IT DOWNLOADMR FIX IT HANDYMAN SERVICEMR FIX IT IPHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT PHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT REPAIRSMR FIXIT WINDOWS 10 For professionals, we offer these articles in PDF format so you can post them on your website or duplicate them for your customers. To purchase them, visit our online store. These articles are protected by copyright, and any use without specific written permission of the author is a violation of law. Just Fix-It – The Absolute Best Home TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very durable. They are made in many shapes and sizes to fit all the popular tub sizes. You do need BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood. HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat.QUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind theQUICK TIP #23
Quick Tip #23 – Fixing a Drip at the Bathroom Fan. So you run the bath exhaust fan to remove moisture – but then you get that drip, drip, drip from the fan on your nice clean rug. Bath exhaust fans should not drip. If yours does, there’s something wrong with it. First, check the exhaust ducting or tubing; it should be insulated,straight
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COMMICROSOFT MR FIX IT DOWNLOADMR FIX IT HANDYMAN SERVICEMR FIX IT IPHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT PHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT REPAIRSMR FIXIT WINDOWS 10 For professionals, we offer these articles in PDF format so you can post them on your website or duplicate them for your customers. To purchase them, visit our online store. These articles are protected by copyright, and any use without specific written permission of the author is a violation of law. Just Fix-It – The Absolute Best Home TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very durable. They are made in many shapes and sizes to fit all the popular tub sizes. You do need BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS It occurs both in winter and summer, with windows open or closed. ANSWER: If the stains are a dark discoloration that cannot be removed from the surface, you have water damage in the wood. If the TSP removes the stain it may be dirt or mold. Once the surface finish is damaged by water, the water will discolor the wood. HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Keith and Rika. Answer: Housewrap should be used under the siding to provide a moisture barrier. All siding leaks and you need to keep moisture out of the wall framing. The housewrap will also provide a wind barrier if you ever provide heat in the garage. The housewrap will not be a moisture problem for the garage with or without heat.QUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind theQUICK TIP #23
Quick Tip #23 – Fixing a Drip at the Bathroom Fan. So you run the bath exhaust fan to remove moisture – but then you get that drip, drip, drip from the fan on your nice clean rug. Bath exhaust fans should not drip. If yours does, there’s something wrong with it. First, check the exhaust ducting or tubing; it should be insulated,straight
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR HOME How to Operate Your Home – Professional Edition. Give your customers a perfect guide to home maintenance and repair – and differentiate yourself from the competition! Along with your quality report,provide a copy of this great book with your contact information added. They’ll keep it handy,and your name will be on display indefinitely. RECOMMENDED HOME REPAIR MANUALS In home repair manuals, I always look for a book with lots of drawings and pictures. I also look for practical advice on day-to-day problems like sticking windows or basic furnace maintenance. Most people don't need details like how to test electrical heating elements in the waterheater or
SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS Sones are a linear measurement, like inches. Doubling the sone value is equivalent to doubling the loudness (i.e. one to two, two to four is doubling the sound level twice). Your 4-sone fan will be more than four times a noisy as a 0.9 sone fan. One sone is equivalent to the sound of a quiet refrigerator in a quiet kitchen. WOOD FINISHING AND REPAIR Stain the bare wood with a very small amount of stain on a rag, brush or cotton swab. If the color is too light, apply several coats. Rub away excess stain with a dry rag. If the wood becomes too dark, use a rag moistened in mineral sprits to lighten the wood. Then select a lighter color stain and continue.QUICK TIP #28
Quick Tip #28 – Stains Around a Toilet = Serious Problem. Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind theQUICK TIP #10
If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch off. Look under the disposal and locate the reset switch — a little button recessed within a hole toward the side of the housing. Push the button, and the disposal should at least hum when you hit the wall switch. It may also come up to speed. FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE Frost on One Side of Garage. We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor barrier over theinsulation.
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Sticking, rubbing, cheap, nasty, impossible patio screen door! Well, the door takes a beating, and most patio screen doors are not the highest quality. But often there is a fix. Most sliding patio screen doors can be unstuck with a little maintenance. First, look at the lower track. Clean it witQUICK TIP #31
Quick Tip #31 – Paint Over That Water Stain. Let’s say there was a leak in the drain for an upstairs bathroom that left a brown stain on the drywall below. No problem – you painted it with latex paint left over from painting the ceiling, and at first it looked great. But a week later the stain started to bleed through the paint, and WATER-BASED POLYURETHANE OVER OIL-BASED? Question: Is it OK to use a water-based polyurethane such as Minwax Polycrylic over an interior door surface that had previously been finished with oil-based? Minwax says it's OK, but the lady at the home improvement store said no. Could you please break the tie? -Mary Answer: In most cases TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COMMICROSOFT MR FIX IT DOWNLOADMR FIX IT HANDYMAN SERVICEMR FIX IT IPHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT PHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT REPAIRSMR FIXIT WINDOWS 10 Fogged Up? Clearing the Air About Window Condensation The following articles provide information similar to material in our book How To Operate Your Home. If you like the articles, you’ll love the book. We provide them here for homeowners only; they are not to be duplicated in print or electroni TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Hi Tom, We love your Saturday morning show and listen whenever we can! We are in the middle of building a new detached garage. What is your opinion on installing housewrap like Typar? The garage will be mostly unheated, but in the future I may insulate theQUICK TIP #10
Dead garbage disposal? Usually, it's easy to bring this gadget back to life. Take a look at the illustration and follow these simple steps. Does the disposal "hum" when the switch is on? If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch ofQUICK TIP #28
Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the paint. Around your toilet, check the vinyl flooring. Any gray stain in the vinyl CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We have a cast-iron bathtub from about 1948. I cannot keep it looking clean anymore. We heard about tub lining. Is that good? We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very d BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS QUESTION: We have a black discoloration occurring on the wood part of the windows in our house. Do you know what it is and how to get rid of it? The windows are double-hung and the house was built in 1995. I assumed it was mold and moisture-related because I noticed it first inthe bathroom, but
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE QUESTION: We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COMMICROSOFT MR FIX IT DOWNLOADMR FIX IT HANDYMAN SERVICEMR FIX IT IPHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT PHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT REPAIRSMR FIXIT WINDOWS 10 Fogged Up? Clearing the Air About Window Condensation The following articles provide information similar to material in our book How To Operate Your Home. If you like the articles, you’ll love the book. We provide them here for homeowners only; they are not to be duplicated in print or electroni TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Hi Tom, We love your Saturday morning show and listen whenever we can! We are in the middle of building a new detached garage. What is your opinion on installing housewrap like Typar? The garage will be mostly unheated, but in the future I may insulate theQUICK TIP #10
Dead garbage disposal? Usually, it's easy to bring this gadget back to life. Take a look at the illustration and follow these simple steps. Does the disposal "hum" when the switch is on? If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch ofQUICK TIP #28
Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the paint. Around your toilet, check the vinyl flooring. Any gray stain in the vinyl CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We have a cast-iron bathtub from about 1948. I cannot keep it looking clean anymore. We heard about tub lining. Is that good? We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very d BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS QUESTION: We have a black discoloration occurring on the wood part of the windows in our house. Do you know what it is and how to get rid of it? The windows are double-hung and the house was built in 1995. I assumed it was mold and moisture-related because I noticed it first inthe bathroom, but
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE QUESTION: We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor HOW TO OPERATE YOUR HOME Everyone who owns a home has faced the same questions and concerns. We never had an operating manual, the home builder didn’t provide one, and you can’t find one in bookstores. How to Operate Your Home's books, articles, and digital content fill the void. With easy-to-readtext and clear il
RECOMMENDED HOME REPAIR MANUALS In home repair manuals, I always look for a book with lots of drawings and pictures. I also look for practical advice on day-to-day problems like sticking windows or basic furnace maintenance. Most people don't need details like how to test electrical heating elements in the waterheater or
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Dead garbage disposal? Usually, it's easy to bring this gadget back to life. Take a look at the illustration and follow these simple steps. Does the disposal "hum" when the switch is on? If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch of SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS What do "sones" refer to in exhaust fan sound ratings? If nearly silent is 0.9, how loud is a 4? Answer: That is a great question. I had to do a little research on this. A sone is a measurement of sound in terms of the comfortable hearing level for the average listener.The lower the s
WOOD FINISHING AND REPAIR Preventing Bubbles and "craters" in varnish Wood Filler and putty: the finishing touch to woodworking projects Refinishing Kitchen Cabinets Fixing Scratches in Stained woodwork Refinishing wood furniture Use stripper pads, not steel wool Stripping paint from wood poresRefinishing a da
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Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the paint. Around your toilet, check the vinyl flooring. Any gray stain in the vinylQUICK TIP #13
Sticking, rubbing, cheap, nasty, impossible patio screen door! Well, the door takes a beating, and most patio screen doors are not the highest quality. But often there is a fix. Most sliding patio screen doors can be unstuck with a little maintenance. First, look at the lower track. Clean it wit FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE QUESTION: We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vaporQUICK TIP #31
Let’s say there was a leak in the drain for an upstairs bathroom that left a brown stain on the drywall below. No problem – you painted it with latex paint left over from painting the ceiling, and at first it looked great. But a week later the stain started to bleed through the paint, and eventu WATER-BASED POLYURETHANE OVER OIL-BASED? Question: Is it OK to use a water-based polyurethane such as Minwax Polycrylic over an interior door surface that had previously been finished with oil-based? Minwax says it's OK, but the lady at the home improvement store said no. Could you please break the tie? -Mary Answer: In most cases TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COMMICROSOFT MR FIX IT DOWNLOADMR FIX IT HANDYMAN SERVICEMR FIX IT IPHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT PHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT REPAIRSMR FIXIT WINDOWS 10 Fogged Up? Clearing the Air About Window Condensation The following articles provide information similar to material in our book How To Operate Your Home. If you like the articles, you’ll love the book. We provide them here for homeowners only; they are not to be duplicated in print or electroni TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Hi Tom, We love your Saturday morning show and listen whenever we can! We are in the middle of building a new detached garage. What is your opinion on installing housewrap like Typar? The garage will be mostly unheated, but in the future I may insulate theQUICK TIP #10
Dead garbage disposal? Usually, it's easy to bring this gadget back to life. Take a look at the illustration and follow these simple steps. Does the disposal "hum" when the switch is on? If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch ofQUICK TIP #28
Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the paint. Around your toilet, check the vinyl flooring. Any gray stain in the vinyl CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We have a cast-iron bathtub from about 1948. I cannot keep it looking clean anymore. We heard about tub lining. Is that good? We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very d BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS QUESTION: We have a black discoloration occurring on the wood part of the windows in our house. Do you know what it is and how to get rid of it? The windows are double-hung and the house was built in 1995. I assumed it was mold and moisture-related because I noticed it first inthe bathroom, but
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE QUESTION: We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor TOM FEIZA, MR. FIX-IT INC. Tom Feiza, Mr. Fix-It, Inc. Looking for great advice on home repair, home improvements and do-it-yourself projects? Then look to Tom Feiza, “Mr. Fix-It.” Tom has helped millions of people on a broad range of home-related topics. You can browse the Common Problems and Simple Solutions section, an ARTICLES | MISTERFIX-IT.COMMICROSOFT MR FIX IT DOWNLOADMR FIX IT HANDYMAN SERVICEMR FIX IT IPHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT PHONE REPAIRMR FIX IT REPAIRSMR FIXIT WINDOWS 10 Fogged Up? Clearing the Air About Window Condensation The following articles provide information similar to material in our book How To Operate Your Home. If you like the articles, you’ll love the book. We provide them here for homeowners only; they are not to be duplicated in print or electroni TOILET PAPER RETURNS AFTER FLUSH Question: We are having problems with a toilet installed in 1949. At times it flushes perfectly, but often after the waste has been flushed, the paper returns. Twice a plumber has removed the stool and snaked it but found nothing clogging it. Is there a possible solution short of replacement? An RESTORE YOUR ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING turers offer paint specifically designed for aluminum siding, while others recommend their top-of-the-line acrylic. Don’t scrimp on paint – buy the best. HOUSEWRAP ON A DETACHED GARAGE? Hi Tom, We love your Saturday morning show and listen whenever we can! We are in the middle of building a new detached garage. What is your opinion on installing housewrap like Typar? The garage will be mostly unheated, but in the future I may insulate theQUICK TIP #10
Dead garbage disposal? Usually, it's easy to bring this gadget back to life. Take a look at the illustration and follow these simple steps. Does the disposal "hum" when the switch is on? If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch ofQUICK TIP #28
Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the paint. Around your toilet, check the vinyl flooring. Any gray stain in the vinyl CLEANING AN OLD CAST-IRON TUB? USE A We have a cast-iron bathtub from about 1948. I cannot keep it looking clean anymore. We heard about tub lining. Is that good? We installed ceramic tile around the tub. Answer: A modern tub liner is a great way to repair a worn cast-iron tub. The liners are a thick acrylic or vinyl that is very d BLACK DISCOLORATION ON WOOD WINDOWS QUESTION: We have a black discoloration occurring on the wood part of the windows in our house. Do you know what it is and how to get rid of it? The windows are double-hung and the house was built in 1995. I assumed it was mold and moisture-related because I noticed it first inthe bathroom, but
FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE QUESTION: We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vapor HOW TO OPERATE YOUR HOME Everyone who owns a home has faced the same questions and concerns. We never had an operating manual, the home builder didn’t provide one, and you can’t find one in bookstores. How to Operate Your Home's books, articles, and digital content fill the void. With easy-to-readtext and clear il
RECOMMENDED HOME REPAIR MANUALS In home repair manuals, I always look for a book with lots of drawings and pictures. I also look for practical advice on day-to-day problems like sticking windows or basic furnace maintenance. Most people don't need details like how to test electrical heating elements in the waterheater or
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Dead garbage disposal? Usually, it's easy to bring this gadget back to life. Take a look at the illustration and follow these simple steps. Does the disposal "hum" when the switch is on? If not, most likely the problem is a tripped overload in the disposal. Turn the wall switch of SONES - SOUND LEVEL OF FANS What do "sones" refer to in exhaust fan sound ratings? If nearly silent is 0.9, how loud is a 4? Answer: That is a great question. I had to do a little research on this. A sone is a measurement of sound in terms of the comfortable hearing level for the average listener.The lower the s
WOOD FINISHING AND REPAIR Preventing Bubbles and "craters" in varnish Wood Filler and putty: the finishing touch to woodworking projects Refinishing Kitchen Cabinets Fixing Scratches in Stained woodwork Refinishing wood furniture Use stripper pads, not steel wool Stripping paint from wood poresRefinishing a da
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Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the paint. Around your toilet, check the vinyl flooring. Any gray stain in the vinylQUICK TIP #13
Sticking, rubbing, cheap, nasty, impossible patio screen door! Well, the door takes a beating, and most patio screen doors are not the highest quality. But often there is a fix. Most sliding patio screen doors can be unstuck with a little maintenance. First, look at the lower track. Clean it wit FROST ON ONE SIDE OF GARAGE QUESTION: We have a new home. With the cold, windy weather, we have noticed frost on the screw heads in the drywall garage ceiling edge. This issue is on the north side; none of the other walls have this problem. The garage is unheated, and the walls/ceiling are insulated. There is also a vaporQUICK TIP #31
Let’s say there was a leak in the drain for an upstairs bathroom that left a brown stain on the drywall below. No problem – you painted it with latex paint left over from painting the ceiling, and at first it looked great. But a week later the stain started to bleed through the paint, and eventu WATER-BASED POLYURETHANE OVER OIL-BASED? Question: Is it OK to use a water-based polyurethane such as Minwax Polycrylic over an interior door surface that had previously been finished with oil-based? Minwax says it's OK, but the lady at the home improvement store said no. Could you please break the tie? -Mary Answer: In most cases* Home
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QUICK TIP #37 – CAN LIGHTS? MAKE THEM GREEN October 27th, 2014 by admin No comments » Can lights or recessed ceiling lightsare a common design
feature in modern residential construction. They are also common in older custom-built homes. They provide a unique lighting pattern without the glare of a fixture, but they may also waste energy. You have several options when replacing the bulbs (lamps) in can lights. Don’t use a common “A” type bulb ; it will not direct light out of the fixture. Most of the light is just wasted inside thecan.
Consider a spot or flood lamp that reflects and projects light out of the can, such as a parabolic aluminized reflector lamp (also called a PAR bulb). For a “green” step up, consider a parabolic lamp, which has a curved reflector that projects even more light out of the can into a smaller pattern. For a choice that’s even more “green,” use a compact fluorescentspotlight or
reflector lamp. These compact fluorescents save about 75 percent in energy costs and last much longer than incandescent bulbs. They also create less heat in the room – heat that must be removed with air conditioning in hot climates. While light from fluorescent lamps may look a little different at first, their light color and quality have greatly improved in recent years. Look for “warm” color lamps or “color corrected” lamps for a more pleasant light.No comments »
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QUICK TIP #36 – TUNE YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE (ORCOLOR IT GREEN?)
October 20th, 2014 by admin No comments » The refrigerator is among the most neglected of household appliances, because usually it runs forever with little repair. However, it often consumes the most electricity among your home’s appliances. You can improve the performance and extend the life of your refrigerator withsimple maintenance.
The condenser coil of a refrigerator transfers heat to the air of your room. You should clean the coil with a vacuum or soft brush once or twice a year. The coil is located behind or underneath the refrigerator; it’s a serpentine apparatus with small fins. The fins’ narrow spacing catches lint and debris. A small tube connected to your vacuum will quickly collect this dirt. Viewing and accessing the coils is often as simple as snapping the plastic cover off the lower front of the refrigerator. Often there is also a small fan that moves air across the coils. The fan should also be carefully cleaned or vacuumed after you unplug the unit. Cleaning the coil and fan will aid in heat transfer and shorten the refrigeration compressor’s run time. This will save electricity and lengthen the life of your refrigerator.No comments »
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QUICK TIP #35 – A TON OF COOLING October 16th, 2014 by admin No comments » Ever hear of a two- or three-ton central air conditioner? Does that mean a two-ton air conditioner weighs 4,000 pounds? Is the term related to cooling capacity, or is it a random term that tech folksuse to impress us?
When engineer Joe Cool (at least I think “cool” was part of his name ) developed the standards for measuring mechanical cooling, ice was commonly used for cooling. You know, in the old days, food was stored in the ice cooler, and there was no air conditioning. So Joe decided that the cooling capacity measurement should relate to ice. A standard was set equating one “ton” of cooling to
the amount of energy needed to melt one ton (2,000 lbs.) of ice over a 24-hour period. For tech folks: the exact figure is 12,000 btu perhour.
So what is a btu ?
It stands for British thermal unit, and we will cover that detail in another tip. Just remember: one ton of cooling equals melting one ton of ice in 24 hours – 12,000 btu per hour. To put it another way, the change of phase from ice to water requires 144 btu per pound or 288,000 btu per 2,000 pounds.No comments »
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QUICK TIP #34 – FIX THAT WOBBLING CEILING FAN October 6th, 2014 by admin No comments » Wobbling ceiling fans are not safe to use. If a ceiling fan in your home shows excessive wobble, stop using it until you can get it fixed. Fans are dangerous if not installed and operated properly. Many fans wobble because they have loose parts or need to be balanced. Find the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific fan. In many cases, you can solve the problem by tightening bolts that hold fan blades to the motor housing. In some cases, swapping the position of some blades may solve the problem; swap blade for blade and test the operation after each swap. If wobbling still occurs after tightening and swapping the blades, check whether your manufacturer provides a weight kit to balance the fan. With the balance weight kit, you work from blade to blade, adding and removing weight until the fan is balanced. This is tedious and time-consuming but effective. Finally, if the mounting to the ceiling box or bracket is loose, the fan might be improperly installed. This condition should be checked by a professional. Ceiling fans are too heavy to be mounted in a standard electrical box; they need a special box and support bracket. Never operate a fan with excessive movement or a loose mounting.No comments »
Posted in quick tips , safety , ventilation QUICK TIP #33 – SQUEAK, SQUEAK, SQUEAK IN THE HARDWOOD FLOOR September 30th, 2014 by admin No comments » Flooring of all types has the potential for squeaks. Floor framing dries and shrinks, and squeaks occur as fasteners become loose, allowing movement in the subfloor and framing. Hardwood floors are known for this quality as they dry during the winter. For a quick fix, try sprinkling a little talcum powder between the offending hardwood boards. This may temporarily quiet the squeak as the talc lubricates the rubbing surfaces. For a better quick fix, try Counter Snap . This screw fastening system secures loose hardwood floorboards and stops squeaks. You drive the slotted screw through a special bracket into the hardwood and subfloor. (For dense woods, you will need to drill a small pilot hole.) Once the screw tightens the loose board, you break off the screw just below the finished wood surface. You will be left with a very small hole which you can patch with wood putty or colored filler – or just ignore.No comments »
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QUICK TIP #32 – WATER HEATER DRIP NEEDS ATTENTION September 28th, 2014 by admin No comments » One fine day, you walk past the water heater, and your foot gets wet. Hmm, that’s strange. You take a look and notice a very slow drip – drip – drip from the tube on the side of the water heater. That can’t be too bad, right? Just put a bucket under the tube to catch the water? Sorry, not a good idea. That tube on the side of the water heater is the temperature and pressure relief (T and P) valve (also called TP and R valve). This valve monitors temperature and pressure inside the tank. If the temperature or pressure becomes too high, the valve will open to dump steam and water. This prevent excessive pressure from building and possibly rupturing the tank. If you find a leak, this often means the valve is not seating properly, and perhaps debris has built up in the valve. It may also mean the temperature or pressure is too high. When the T and P valve is leaking, have a plumber check for problems and replace the valve as needed. Don’t ignore this problem, as it could create a safety hazard.No comments »
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QUICK TIP #31 – PAINT OVER THAT WATER STAIN September 15th, 2014 by admin No comments » Let’s say there was a leak in the drain for an upstairs bathroom that left a brown stain on the drywall below. No problem – you painted it with latex paint left over from painting the ceiling, and at first it looked great. But a week later the stain started to bleed through the paint, and eventually it looked just as bad as before. Nowhow do you fix it?
Primers and stain killers need to be applied over stains before you use latex paint. Typical latex paint just doesn’t have the capacity to cover serious stains and water marks. Primers and stain killers have special binders and covering agents that can block stains and provide an excellent base for latex paint. What is a good primer? For interiors, KILZ and BIN are excellent stain blockers. Where there is a water stain, remove any loose material, patch, and then apply the primer. If the drywall and paint are solid, just paint over the stain. BIN actually contains shellac; professional painters have used this stain-killer for many years. Many manufacturers make specialty primers that work well to cover moststains.
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QUICK TIP #30 – CLOTHES DRYER VENTING – A HIDDEN DANGER September 8th, 2014 by admin No comments » Each year many home fires are caused by improperly maintained clothes dryers. The dryer and vent pipes can overheat and cause a fire. Vents plugged with lint will compound the problem. Don’t let your home become the next casualty. First, always follow the manufacturer’s requirements for cleaning the dryer lint screen. On most dryers, the screen is easy to find and clean between each load; just pull the screen from your dryer andremove the lint.
Next, make sure the ducting that vents dryer discharge to the outdoors is properly installed. Many dryer manufacturers and local municipalities require a metal vent duct, not a flexible vinyl vent. The metal duct should have as few bends as possible and be routed outside with as short a duct as possible. The problem with flexible vinyl and flexible metal ducts is that their rough interior traps lint. Also, these ducts are often installed with excessive loops and tight bends that trap lint. When in doubt, contact the manufacturer of your dryer for specific requirements. A person who cleans chimneys may also clean and maintain dryer exhaust ducts and will know local code requirements.No comments »
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, ventilation
QUICK TIP #29 – PATCH THE HOLE BEHIND THE DOOR August 31st, 2014 by admin No comments » So the kids had a little shoving match, knocking against the bedroom door, and the doorknob smashed a hole in the drywall. They had done this before but never punctured completely through the drywall. Those previous dents could be ignored, but the new hole needs to be fixed. Your experience with patching drywall has taught you there is only one way to achieve a perfect patch – hire a professional. Sure, you can spread some spackling compound or drywall compound over a small hole, but the texture never matches. Worse yet, the sanding creates a huge mess and makes the patch look even larger as the texture is removed. For the hole created by the doorknob, we have a quick fix: cover it with a circular patch/bumper. The bumper will be slightly raised from the drywall surface, but it will look like it was designed to be there. The bumper will be larger than the hole, creating a sturdy support base, and it can be held in place with construction adhesive. After the bumper patch is in place, you can paint it to match the wallcolor.
As a preventive measure for the rest of your house, make sure all doors have a working doorstop or a bumper to prevent doorknobs fromstriking drywall.
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QUICK TIP #28 – STAINS AROUND A TOILET = SERIOUS PROBLEM August 30th, 2014 by admin No comments » Always be on the lookout for water leaks in your home, including little clues that could indicate bigger problems. For instance, if interior paint is bubbling or loose, you’re likely to find a water leak behind the paint. Around your toilet, check the vinyl flooring. Any gray stain in the vinyl that can’t be washed away may indicate a leak where the toilet connects to the drainage pipe – or a leak at the wax ring sealing the toilet to the drain pipe flange. The gray stain in the vinyl is caused by a small amount of water seeping under the vinyl. Water discolors the subfloor and vinyl; the stain can’t be removed. Gently rock the toilet from side to side. It should not wobble or slide on the floor. Any movement means there may be a problem that should be checked by a plumber. If your home has a basement or crawl space, you can also look for signs of drips or wood stains below the toilet. This type of leak is particularly bad because it can cause unseen rot that may require replacement of the subfloor – an expensive repair.No comments »
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