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How to Unclog Your Toilet Simple tools and simple techniques for fast results A plugged toilet can require professional intervention. But in the vast majority of cases, you can do exactly what a plumber would do. That means starting with a plunger and then, maybe, using a “snake.” Until you’ve tried those methods, don’t schedule … Read moreHow to Unclog Your Toilet: Simple Techniques
How Can I Unclog My Sink In most cases, you can do exactly what a pro would do If you have a sink that drains slowly—or not at all—don’t call a plumber just yet. There’s a good chance that he will take the very same approaches shown here. So at least try the first two … Read moreHow Can I Unclog My Sink
Why Is My Toilet Running – How to Fix It Stop constant running — and most other malfunctions — in just a few minutes Toilet trouble is inevitable. Sooner or later, every toilet will lose flushing power, run constantly or develop a bad habit like making you hold down the lever to achieve a full … Read moreWhy Is My Toilet Running – How to Fix It
Sink Leaking from Drain – How to Fix It Get rid of the drip-catching bucket—without paying a plumber Under-sink drainpipes are the most common source of plumbing leaks. And a permanent drip bucket is the most common solution. But you don’t have to live with a drip. You can end it yourself, even if you have … Read moreSink Leaking from Drain – How to Fix It
Best problem solvers Secret weapons for faster, easier fixes There are lots of products designed to sidestep difficult tasks and make home repairs easier. Some are excellent, some are adequate and a few are just plain dumb. Here are some that The Family Handyman’s experts have successfully used over and over again. Big-job wood filler … Read more10 Secret Tips & Hints for Household Problem Solving
How to Properly Trim a Tree Healthy, handsome trees and bushes: All it takes is an hour each year Scraggly, lopsided, overgrown trees and bushes are everywhere. And that’s a shame because keeping them attractive is so easy. For a typical yard, all it takes is a half-hour once or twice per year. Aside from … Read moreHow to Properly Trim a Tree
How to Properly Plant a Tree Do it right today and it will thrive for decades The key to a thriving, beautiful, mature tree is knowing what you’re doing on planting day. Here are the essential tips for planting and caring for your new tree so you can enjoy it for years to come. Dig … Read moreHow to Properly Plant a Tree
Win against weeds Wipe them out now and future control will be easy A few weeds may not seem like an urgent problem, but you can’t leave them alone. While you’re ignoring them, they’re spreading. Wait too long, and your eradication job will soon double, then double again. If, on the other hand, you attack … Read moreHow to Win against Weeds: 13 Tips
How to Sharpen Lawnmower No need to pay someone else; you can do it in about 15 minutes A sharp blade is better for the looks and health of your grass, so it’s best to sharpen it twice during each mowing season. That may take you 30 minutes the first time. But once you’ve learned … Read moreHow to Sharpen Lawnmower
I Need My Lawn Mowed – Smart Ways to Do It Less time, less effort and a healthier lawn Everyone thinks they know how to mow: Just push the mower back and forth across the yard. But many homeowners harm their lawn every time they mow. Here’s how to treat your turf right—and save yourself … Read moreI Need My Lawn Mowed – Smart Ways to Do It