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Home Repair & Maintenance : How to Use a Caulking Gun

Use a caulking gun by first cutting the spout off. Learn how to use a caulking gun using the home remodeling tips from the owner of a construction company in this free video. Expert: Ryan Parker Contact: www.ParkerHomeRenovations.com Bio: Ryan Parker is the owner of Parker Home Renovations in New Braunfels, TX. Filmmaker: MAKE | [...]

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Home Improvement & Maintenance : How to Install a Washing Machine

The basic tools needed for installing a washing machine include a pair of crescent wrenches and a pair of pliers. Install a washing machine, including the drain line, with tips from a construction specialist in thisfree video on home repair and maintenance. Expert: Oscar Moreno Contact: www.morenohomevisions.com Bio: Oscar Moreno is the owner of Moreno [...]

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Home Improvement & Maintenance : How to Re-Caulk a Tub or Shower

When re-caulking a bathtub or shower, be careful with acrylics and use a scraper or plastic spatula. Re-caulk a bathtub or shower by using a caulk gun with tips from a construction specialist in thisfree video on home repair and maintenance. Expert: Oscar Moreno Contact: www.morenohomevisions.com Bio: Oscar Moreno is the owner of Moreno Custom [...]

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Home Maintenance & Repair Tips : How to Re-Caulk a Bathtub

When re-caulking a bathtub, remove old caulk first with a removal tool and then place a thin bead of caulk across the tub. Reseal a bathtub properly by cutting the caulking tube at a small 45-degree angle with tips from ahome repair specialist and remodeling contractor in this free video on home improvement. Expert: Tim [...]

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Home Repair & Maintenance Tips : How to Change a Ballast in a Fluorescent Light

Change a ballast in a fluorescent light using an electrical tester to check for safety, and by twisting it 30 degrees to loosen the light fixture. Find out how to change a ballast with tips from a handyman in this free video on home repair and maintenance. Expert: Oscar Moreno Contact: www.morenohomevisions.com Bio: Oscar Moreno [...]

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Home Improvements & Maintenance : How to Fix a Dishwasher That Will Not Drain

To fix a dishwasher that will not drain, remove any clogs that are blocking the drain line by pouring a paste of baking soda, vinegar and water down the drain, and then pouring boiling water to clear the clog. Repeat the process several times to remove a severely clogged dishwasher drain with help from a [...]

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Home Repair & Maintenance : How to Replace a Deadbolt Lock

When replacing a deadbolt lock, remove the screws and install the new pin and new screws. Replace a deadbolt lock with a simple Phillips-head screwdriver by following advice from an experienced carpenter and construction specialist in this free video series on home repair and maintenance. Expert: Oscar Moreno Contact: www.morenohomevisions.com Bio: Oscar Moreno is the [...]

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Home Improvement & Maintenance : Installing a Kitchen Faucet

When installing a kitchen faucet, feed the spray faucet hose down the hole and maneuver the rest of the faucet down with the plate. Find out how faucets may have rubber gaskets to seal them to the sink with help from a home remodeling specialist in this free video on installing kitchen faucets. Expert: William [...]

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Home Improvement & Maintenance : Removing a Kitchen Faucet

In order to remove a kitchen faucet, a person will need a crescent wrench, a pair of slip joint pliers and possibly a pipe wrench. Discover how to close off the valves to shut off the water to a faucet with help from a home remodeling specialist in this free video on removing kitchen faucets. [...]

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Home Improvement & Maintenance Tips : How to Drill a Hole in Bathroom Tile

To drill a hole in bathroom tile, use a very sharp masonry bit, a block of wood with a pre-drilled hole for support and a spray bottle to keep the bit and the tile cool, which prevents cracking and splintering. Drill into ceramic tile, the finish being the hardest part to drill through, withadvice from [...]