Something broken? Fix it yourself in minutes.
Clear, step-by-step repair guides for plumbing, walls, doors, and appliances — with the basic tools you already own.
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Plumbing
Fix toilets, drains, faucets, and disposals yourself.
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5 min
Garbage Disposal Not Working? How to Reset and Unjam It
A disposal that hums or won't turn on is usually jammed or tripped, and it's a five-minute fix with the hex key that came with it.
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02
4 min
How to Fix Low Water Pressure in a Faucet or Shower
If only one faucet or shower is weak, the cause is almost always a clogged aerator or shower head. Here's the five-minute fix.
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03
4 min
How to Fix a Leaky Faucet (Single-Handle and Two-Handle)
A dripping faucet usually needs one worn part replaced: a washer, O-ring, or cartridge. Here's how to find out which and swap it out.
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04
4 min
How to Unclog a Drain Without Chemicals (Sink, Shower, and Tub)
Most clogs are hair or grease close to the drain opening. Here's how to clear them without harsh chemical drain cleaners, from easiest to most effective.
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4 min
How to Fix a Running Toilet (Flapper, Fill Valve, and Chain)
A toilet that keeps running wastes a lot of water, and the fix is usually a cheap part and a few minutes. Here's how to find the cause and fix it.
Walls & Floors
Patch drywall, quiet squeaky floors, and recaulk like a pro.
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5 min
How to Recaulk a Bathtub or Shower (Clean Lines, No Mess)
Fresh caulk makes a tired bathroom look new and keeps water out of the walls. Here's how to get clean, professional-looking lines.
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02
4 min
How to Fix Nail Pops in Drywall
Those small round bumps on walls and ceilings are nails backing out of the framing. Here's how to fix them so they don't pop again.
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03
4 min
How to Fix a Squeaky Floor (Hardwood and Carpet)
Floors squeak when boards rub against each other or the nails. Here's how to quiet them from below or from above, even through carpet.
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04
4 min
How to Patch a Hole in Drywall (Small, Medium, and Large)
Drywall holes look worse than they are. Here's the right patch for each size, from nail holes to fist-size damage, plus how to make it disappear under paint.
Doors & Windows
Squeaky, sticking, and non-latching doors fixed fast.
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4 min
How to Fix a Sticking Sliding Glass Door
A sliding door that drags is usually a dirty track or rollers set too low. Clean and adjust them and it will glide again.
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02
4 min
Door Won’t Latch? How to Fix It in 15 Minutes
A door that won't catch usually has a latch that misses the strike plate by an eighth of an inch. Here's how to find where it's off and fix it.
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03
4 min
How to Fix a Squeaky Door Hinge (Quiet It for Good)
A squeaky door is metal rubbing on metal inside the hinge. Pull the pin, clean it, and lubricate it, and the squeak is gone for good.
Appliances
Troubleshoot dryers, dishwashers, and refrigerators before calling for repair.
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5 min
Refrigerator Not Cooling? 6 Things to Check Before Calling for Repair
Many fridge cooling problems come down to dirty coils, blocked vents, or a bad door seal. Here's what to check before you call for service.
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02
4 min
Dishwasher Not Draining? How to Fix It Yourself
Water left in the bottom of the dishwasher usually means a clogged filter or a blocked drain hose. Here's how to clear it in order.
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03
5 min
Dryer Not Drying Clothes? 7 Fixes to Try First
The most common cause of a dryer that won't dry is a clogged vent, which is also a fire risk. Start with these seven easy checks.