Expert Tips, How-To Guides & Safety Advice
Practical guides from our team — from setting up your AC to fixing pipes and staying safe around the home.
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Repair a Leaking Faucet
That drip adds up. This Old House shows how to take a faucet apart, find the worn part and put it back together leak-free.
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Patch a Hole in Drywall
From doorknob dents to bigger holes, Ask This Old House shows how to cut in a patch, tape, mud and sand it so it disappears under paint.
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How to Re-Caulk a Bathtub
Cracked or mouldy caulk lets water in behind your tub. Learn how to strip the old bead and lay down a clean, watertight new one.
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Fix a Running Toilet
A toilet that won't stop running can waste thousands of litres a month. This Old House walks through the flapper, fill valve and float, the usual culprits.
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How to Change Your Furnace Filter
A two-minute job that keeps your furnace running efficiently and your air cleaner. The Home Depot shows how to find the right size and which way the arrow goes.