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69 How-Tos From Tim Hockenberry

1. 61. How to Fix Creaky Floors

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   Home Inspector Rick Yeager explains how to fix creaky floors.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

2. 62. How to Fix a Leaking Sump Pump

   

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   Leaking sump pumps can be smelly and unsanitary. Learn how to clean a sump pump, prevent leaks and sanitize the floor with these step-b...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

3. 63. How to Repair a Water-Damaged Wall

   

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   Complete instructions for replacing a badly rotted window, including repairing cracks, replacing drywall and sealing the window.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

4. 64. How to Seal a Cracked Vent

   

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   Learn how to seal a cracked roof vent with these basic step-by-step instructions.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

5. 65. How to Add New Flashing

   

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   The seal between the chimney and the roof can be a potential site for leaks if water doesn't shed away properly. Here are some basic st...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

6. 66. How to Fix a Water Heater Gas Leak

   

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   Flexible brass gas lines on water heaters have a high failure rate and immediate correction is a crucial safety measure. Here are a few...

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

7. 67. How to Repair Damaged Plaster Walls

   

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   These step-by-step instructions demonstrate how to easily repair a damaged plaster wall.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

8. 68. How to Re-Caulk a Bathtub

   

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   Re-caulking the bathtub or shower is an easy way to fix any seals that are broken or cracked, and it will help prevent mildew build-up...

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

9. 69. How to Weatherproof Doors

   

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   All-seasonal tips for weatherproofing your doors.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy