How to Fix Everything For Dummies

ISBN-13: 9780764572098 / Angielski / Miękka / 2005 / 384 str.

Gary Hedstrom; Judy Tremore; Peg Hedstrom

Opis

The fun and easy way to repair anything and everything around the house
For anyone who's ever been frustrated by repair shop rip-offs, this guide shows how to troubleshoot and fix a wide range of household appliances-lamps, vacuum cleaners, washers, dryers, dishwashers, garbage disposals, blenders, radios, televisions, and even computers. Packed with step-by-step illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions, it's a must-have money-saver for the half of all homeowners who undertake do-it-yourself projects.

Spis treści

Introduction.

Part I: Gearing Up to Fix Everything.

Chapter 1: If Your Broken Stuff Needs Repair.

Chapter 2: Tackling Basic Tools and Equipment.

Part II: Repairing Your Home s Interior.

Chapter 3: Taking the Creaks, Cracks, and Holes Out of Floors, Stairs, and Basements.

Chapter 4: Conquering Door and Window Headaches.

Chapter 5: Closing In on Walls and Ceilings.

Chapter 6: Tending to Cabinet, Closet, and Countertop Glitches.

Part III: Conquering Simple Electrical, Air, and Plumbing Repairs.

Chapter 7: Don t Blow Your Fuse: Minor Electrical Repairs.

Chapter 8: Handling Your Heating, Cooling, and Air Quality Systems.

Chapter 9: Sailing Through the Waterworks: Plumbing Repairs.

Part IV: Keeping Your Stuff in Good Shape.

Chapter 10: Looming Large Over Major Appliances.

Chapter 11: Getting Small Appliances to Work.

Chapter 12: Fine–Tuning Communication Equipment.

Chapter 13: Rescuing Your Favorite Furnishings.

Part V: Working Outside Your House.

Chapter 14: Sprucing Up Your Home s Exterior.

Chapter 15: Improving Your Outdoor Leisure Areas.

Chapter 16: Repairing, Patching, and Sealing Concrete and Asphalt.

Part VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 17: Ten Repairs You Should Leave to the Professionals.

Chapter 18: Ten (Okay, Twelve) Tips for Hiring a Repair Specialist (When All Else Fails).

Index.

O autorze

Gary and Peg Hedstrom are self–taught repair masters with experience in carpentry, plumbing, appliance repair, and more. Judy Ondrla Tremore is a writer and editor for various newspapers and magazines.

Blurb

Tips on safety and the right tools and materials

Fix everything from A to Z without breaking the bank!

Want to tackle your own home repairs? This clear, hands–on guide shows you how to take on repairs yourself with plenty of step–by–step instructions. From working on walls, floors, and doors to conquering heating, electric, and plumbing repairs, you′ll see how to fix what goes wrong in your home and identify the projects the pros should handle.

THE DUMMIES WAY^®

Explanations in plain English
"Get in, get out" information
Icons and other navigational aids
Online cheat sheet
Top ten lists
A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

Patch your walls and floors
Stop pipe and faucet leaks
Repair your furniture
Keep your appliances in top shape
Work on your home′s exterior

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