How to fix a leaky bathtub faucet
Step 1 Turn the water supply to the bathtub off. If a cutoff valve for the bathtub is not available, the water supply to the entire house will have to be shut off while the repair is being made. Step 2 Loosen the handle (or handles, if there are two or more). The screw holding ... [Read more]
Replacing an old electrical outlet
Nothing looks worse–and performs worse–than old electrical outlets. They are unsightly. Plugs slip out of them. They are dangerous. Replace old electrical outlets with new outlets and faceplates. 1. Shut Off Power Shut off power to circuit you will be working on at the service panel. Do not assume that the markings on the service ... [Read more]
Replacing a Garage Door Opener
A garage door opener is one of the handiest gadgets you can install in your home. And you can install it yourself following these general instructions and the specific instructions that come with the unit. The typical garage door opener consists of a reversible motor that drives a carriage along a rail above the door. ... [Read more]
