Basic Home Repair Maintenance An Illustrated Problem Solver 1st edition by Terry Meany ISBN 1493059270 978-1493059270

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ISBN 10: 1493059270
ISBN 13:  978-1493059270
Author: Terry Meany

Don’t panic at the prospect of home repair and maintenance! With this informative and well-organized guide you’ll have the knowledge and instruction you need to deal with or prevent scores of the most common problems in your home. Its 460 full-color photographs and step-by-step instructions show you how things work, what can go wrong, and whether there is a quick fix. You’ll know when to call repair service and when you can do the work yourself. From painting to electrical work, plumbing, and maintenance, this book makes home repair and maintenance projects easy, providing clear, commonsense ways to save time and money.

Basic Home Repair Maintenance An Illustrated Problem Solver 1st Table of contents:

Chapter 1: Problem Solving

How to Avoid Problems

Sizing Up the Problem

Water Leaks

Gas Leaks

Storm Damage

Securing a Damaged House

Chapter 2: Vital Tools

Tool Ergonomics & Safety

Hand Tools

Tools to Cut, Scrape, Pry

Basic Small Tools

Power Tools

Tools You Rent

Chapter 3: Vital Hardware

Safety Gear

Screws & Bolts

Nails

Caulk

Tapes & Glues

Sandpaper & Steel Wool

Chapter 4: Vital Products

Paints & Finishes

Stains

Clear Finishes

Recycled Paint

Faux Finishes

Fillers

Chapter 5: Scratches & Chips

Scratched Woodwork

Scratched Furniture

Wood Floor Scratches

Scratched Counters

Repairing a Chipped Tile

Repairing a Chipped Finish

Chapter 6: Inside Leaks/Clogs

Faucets

Toilets

Washing Machines

Unclogging Sinks

Unclogging Toilets

Unclogging Tubs & Showers

Chapter 7: Outside Leaks/Clogs

Roofs

Gutters & Downspouts

Windows

Unclogging Gutters

Unclogging Downspouts

Unclogging Outside Drains

Chapter 8: Squeaks/Sticky Issues

Floors: What to Try First

Floors: What to Try Next

Sticking Doors

Sticking Windows

Sticking Furniture Drawers

Sticking Keyed Door Locks

Chapter 9: Cracks & Holes

Holes in Plaster

Repairing Plaster Cracks

Drywall Holes

Drywall Cracks

Cracked Concrete Floors

Cracked Glass

Chapter 10: Electrical Systems

How Your System Works

Fuses & Circuit Breakers

Overloading a Circuit

Saving Electricity

Lamp, Cord, & Plug Repair

Renewable Energy

Chapter 11: Fungi Issues

Know Your Microorganisms

Interior Mold & Mildew

Exterior Mold

Serious Mold

Roof Moss

Wood Rot

Chapter 12: Pets & Pests

Installing a Pet Door

Squirrel & Raccoon Damage

Bird Damage & Repairs

Bees & Wasps

Termites & Wood Eaters

Critter-Proofing Your Home

Chapter 13: Painting

Picking the Paint & Sheen

Interior Preparation

Painting Walls & Ceilings

Woodwork & Trim

Exterior Preparation

Exterior Painting

Chapter 14: Vital Storage

Building Shelves

More Shelving

Closet Fixes

Garage Storage

Workbench

Kitchen Island

Chapter 15: Energy Efficiency

Energy Primer

Sealing Your House

Weather Stripping

Choosing New Windows

Adding Insulation

Appliances & Energy Savings

Chapter 16: Outside Repairs

Fence Repairs

Fence Repairs (Continued)

Deck Repairs

Outdoor Lighting

Composting

Rain Barrels

Chapter 17: Childproofing

Safety Gates

Window Precautions

Room & Cabinet Doors

Electrical Precautions

Plumbing Safeguards

Other Child Concerns

Chapter 18: Appliances

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Clothes Dryer

Gas Furnace

Water Heater

Vacuum Cleaner

Chapter 19: Maintenance Timeline

Summer

Fall

Winter

Spring

Monthly

Yearly

Chapter 20: Resources

Websites

Glossary

Photo Credits

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