Glass windows let you see the world around you while keeping out the heat, the cold, insects and wind. However, glass is breakable, and an errant baseball or hailstorm can…
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Chimney flashing prevents water leaks from seeping through the roof and creating water damage in the roof and down into the ceiling. If you discover that you have water leaks…
Whenever it’s practical to replace damaged roof flashing, do so. In an emergency or when replacement is too difficult or expensive, use a patch and inspect it annually. Typically, you…
Tile roofing distinguishes your home with a classic style. Unfortunately, various problems can arise with a tile roof that you may need to address and repair to prevent damage to…
Flat roofs are built up of layers of roofing felt and tar. Leaks usually occur at low spots or where the roofing felt has been damaged. In most cases, the…
If rainwater is coming in through a cracked tile or slate and you cannot get a replacement immediately, make a temporary repair to reduce to a minimum the damage done…
People love an electric shower. The water is instantly hot, and the flow remains constant, as does the temperature. It sounds ideal, and it is, at least until you run…
A frayed or damaged electrical cord or a cracked power plug will render useless even a sophisticated appliance. But it need not be cause for panic or for an expensive…
If you’re just about to leave for work and see a small puddle of water car, you might need to fix a minor radiator leak before you can leave. Check…
Sometimes, it’s the little things that drive us crazy in the kitchen. The loose door knobs, nicked door fronts and slamming drawers. If any of these sound familiar, check out…