Oh, no! Water is running from somewhere beneath the cabinets and ruining your new kitchen floor. HELP! You can prepare for a crisis like this…
We’ve all experienced those sliding closet doors that stick and rub. Did you know there is a simple fix? All sliding closet doors hang from…
Can lights or recessed ceiling lights are a common design feature in modern residential construction. They are also common in older custom-built homes. They provide…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 –…
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…