How To Cheat At Home Repair

Author : Jeff Bredenberg
Publisher : Union Square & Co.
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2010-09-10
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781402774386

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How to CheatTM at Home Repair by Jeff Bredenberg Pdf

Welcome to your one-stop, money-saving home repair guide! Scratched furniture? Pest problems? Leaky faucet? Look no further for quick, easy home-repair help—this book is jam-packed with sneaky tips, clever techniques, and solutions that anyone can master with the most common tools and materials. Everything’s based on Jeff Bredenberg’s up-to-date research and consultation with the experts who do this for a living. Plus, he conveys his information with appealing attitude and humor, and lets you know when it’s time to call in the professionals. This is a must-have resource for every homeowner or apartment dweller who wants to do it right. Topics covered include: Tools Furniture Electricity Plumbing Walls, floors, doors, and windows Appliances Basements and attics Home exteriors Pest control Home safety Finding and working with the best repair people

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Construction industry
ISBN : LOC:0010098264A

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Unfair Practices in the Home Improvement Industry and Amendments to the FTC Act by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce Pdf

Committee Serial No. 90-64. Considers S.J. Res. 130, to authorize the FTC to conduct an investigation into unfair and fraudulent practices in the home improvement industry; and S. 3065, and similar S. 3066, to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to provide the FTC with the power to issue temporary injunctions and restraining orders.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Commerce
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105045198400

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Unfair Practices in the Home Improvement Industry and Amendments to the FTC Act, Hearings...90-2, on S.J.Res. 130, S. 3065, S. 3066, March 27, 28, 29, 1968 by United States. Congress. Senate. Commerce Pdf

Author : Tom Kraeutler
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781394241088

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Home Maintenance For Dummies by Tom Kraeutler Pdf

Take the intimidation out of common home repair jobs Home Maintenance For Dummies gives you the know-how you need to inspect, tune up, and make repairs to every room of your house. Learn how to stop drafty windows and doors, fix roof leaks, unclog pipes, silence squeaky floors, test your water pressure, fix a dripping faucet, and beyond. Plus, learn tricks of the trade to stop wasting energy, lower energy bills, and improve the comfort of your home. Some home maintenance jobs are easy to ignore, but you'll save thousands in repair costs if you keep things running properly. And when things do break, you can save even more money with DIY repairs. You'll be amazed how easy it is to do many common upkeep tasks yourself. With step-by-step guides, detailed diagrams, and instructions for every room of the home, you'll finally be able to fix those little problems that have been nagging at you. This updated edition covers the latest heating and cooling systems, tankless water heaters, LED lighting, solar power, and all the other newfangled stuff in your house. Learn how to conduct routine inspections, keep major appliances running efficiently, and avoid costly mistakes Make a list for the must-have tools in your toolbox Recognize the difference between an easy DIY repair and something an expert should handle Protect your home from long-term problems and secure the value of your asset First-time homeowners looking for a guide to keep their dream home in tip-top shape, as well as homeowners who aren't familiar with common home repairs, will love this beginner-friendly Dummies guide.

Author : Gary Hedstrom,Peg Hedstrom,Judy Ondrla Tremore
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2005-04-29
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9780764572098

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How to Fix Everything For Dummies by Gary Hedstrom,Peg Hedstrom,Judy Ondrla Tremore Pdf

If I had a hammer: The fun and easy way for do-it-yourselfers to repair home appliances and furniture For anyone who's ever been frustrated by a repair shop rip-off or just wanted to join thousands of others in the DIY craze, How to Fix Everything For Dummies is a no-nonsense guide showing you how to troubleshoot and fix a wide range of furniture (with wobbly legs, for example) and household appliances — vacuum cleaners, refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, garbage disposals, toasters, blenders, radios, televisions, and even computers and printers. 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 (DIY) home projects. This hands-on, DIY manual shows you not only how to fix faulty appliances but also tend to all those irritating repairs that cost more to have someone else fix than the item is worth. How to Fix Everything For Dummies is for you if you Are a homeowner or an apartment dweller Want to fix things around the house but aren’t sure where to start Have some experience but need guidance on tackling more and larger repairs May be frustrated about throwing things away because you don’t know where to go to repair them Don’t want to pay for service calls when the problem is minor Featuring clear, concise directions, How to Fix Everything For Dummies also covers the proper tools and materials to get the job done correctly without breaking the bank and important safety measures to take so you don’t hurt yourself. You’ll learn how to Fix creaky stairs Patch basement floors Restore damaged carpets Correct drywall and repair plaster walls Fix door and cabinet hardware problems Rewire fixtures Get doorbells to work Fix garage door openers Unclog drains and fix leaky pipes Mend wooden fences and decks Repair minor cracks in the concrete driveway or pool And a whole lot more Additionally, this friendly guide is written in plain English and includes a list of home repairs you should not take on yourself but should leave for the professionals and tips on how to hire one. Grab your copy of How to Fix Everything For Dummies, grab your screwdriver and wrench, and get to work!

Author : James Carey,Morris Carey
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2009-10-26
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9780470430637

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Home Maintenance For Dummies by James Carey,Morris Carey Pdf

A hands-on, step-by-step guide to properly maintaining your home Your home requires regular maintenance to operate safely and efficiently. The expert advice in this second edition of Home Maintenance For Dummies can help you save literally thousands of dollars each year by showing you how to perform home maintenance yourself! This new edition provides the latest tips on how to tune up your home and make repairs to every room of the house, from basement to attic. By combining step-by-step instructions and expert information, this practical guide gives you the skills to tackle everything from furnace tune-ups to leaky roofs. You'll also learn how to conduct routine inspections, keep major appliances running efficiently, and increase energy efficiency. Shows how to keep your home in tip-top shape, preserve its value, and avoid costly repairs Covers all rooms of the house, in addition to the roof, foundation, and exterior Explains how to keep all home systems and major appliances running smoothly Includes a seasonal maintenance schedule Provides the latest green maintenance options to help lower your utility bills James Carey and Morris Carey have a radio show, a newspaper column, and a Web site, all called On the House, and appear regularly on CBS News Saturday Morning. They are also the authors of Home Remodeling For Dummies If you've always wanted to tackle home repairs like a pro, Home Maintenance For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your ideal resource!

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2012 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UOM:39015008269279

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Hearings by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1326 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Legislative hearings
ISBN : UCAL:B3564612

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Hearings, Reports and Prints of the Senate Committee on Commerce by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce Pdf

Author : Al Carrell,Kelly Carrell
Publisher : Taylor Trade Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2003-07-28
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781461664666

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Home Fix-It 101 by Al Carrell,Kelly Carrell Pdf

How many times have you paid hundreds of dollars to fix the kitchen sink? Or waited hours for the plumber that never shows when he says he will? It's no surprise many homeowners have wasted time and money on even the most basic home repair needs. Finding the right tool, knowing how to use it, and understanding the root of the problem are daunting tasks. Home Fix-It 101 will put an end to outrageous repair bills and your frustration. Known throughout the United States as the Super Handyman, Al Carrell teams up with his daughter, Super HandyMom Kelly Carrell, to take the mystery out of home repair. The Carrells trade the dry and dense formats of most home repair guides for a friendly, accessible approach, leading readers from the easiest jobs of a fledging handyman to the most difficult home repair jobs reserved only for a fix-it-up expert. "Teachers Tips" combine with "Homework" assignments and "Pop Quizzes" to assist the reader in her broad home repair education. Readers will learn how to fix leaking faucets, unclog drains, patch holes and cracks in wallboard, install and maintain flooring, replace a window, fix major appliances, eliminate mildew, build a deck, save energy, prevent foundation failure, install new gutters, and hundreds of other jobs for which a professional would charge thousands of dollars. Whether they have tinkered with the toilet before or have never even touched a screwdriver, this book will guide every reader in making repairs to their house and maintaining them for years.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1955
Category : Electronic
ISBN : SRLF:A0000093559

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Investigation of Housing, 1955[-56.]: Home improvement financing by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency Pdf

Author : Jeff Bredenberg
Publisher : Rodale
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2009-04-14
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781594869594

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How to Cheat at Gardening and Yard Work by Jeff Bredenberg Pdf

In "How to Cheat at Gardening and Yard Work," Bredenberg offers down-to-earth, friendly-neighbor-next-door advice and new, easier ways of doing gardening and yard work without sacrificing results.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency. Subcommittee on Housing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1792 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1955
Category : Housing
ISBN : MINN:31951P011375196

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Investigation of Housing, 1955 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency. Subcommittee on Housing Pdf

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1798 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1955
Category : Housing
ISBN : LOC:00186821889

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Investigation of Housing, 1955 by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking and Currency Pdf

Author : Roy Barnhart,James Carey,Morris Carey,Gene Hamilton,Katie Hamilton,Donald R. Prestly,Jeff Strong
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 724 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2011-04-18
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781118069868

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Home Improvement All-in-One For Dummies by Roy Barnhart,James Carey,Morris Carey,Gene Hamilton,Katie Hamilton,Donald R. Prestly,Jeff Strong Pdf

Put on your grubbies, get out your tools, and get ready to tackle home repairs and improvements with the goof-proof instructions in this guide that combines the best of nine For Dummies home improvement books in one comprehensive volume. Whether you’re an accomplished do-it-yourselfer or a novice, the easy-to-follow instructions, complete with photos and illustrations, will guide you through: Basic home maintenance and improvement projects from the foundation to the roof, including windows, doors, and electrical repairs and replacements Painting and wallpapering Bathroom and kitchen remodeling, including installing cabinets, countertops, fixtures, and appliances Carpentry, woodworking and flooring Plumbing, including unclogging fixtures and fixing leaky faucets Want to spruce up bedroom? Spiff up the kitchen? Shore up the porch? Build stairs? Replace creaky doors and drafty windows? Make the most of your space? Inside or out, major renovation or minor repair, the how-to is all right here. Think about it—if you do just one project yourself instead of calling a plumber, electrician, painter, handyman, or other service person, you’ve saved far more than the cost of this book! And you’ll have it on hand to guide you through the next project!

Author : Peggy M Tobolowsky
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2000-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781437734492

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Understanding Victimology by Peggy M Tobolowsky Pdf

Understanding Victimology