60 How-Tos From Finders Fixers

1. 51. How to Seal Gaps in a Home

   

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   Learn how to create a natural barrier against penetrating winds by sealing three common air gaps around the home with these easy step-b...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

2. 52. How to Secure a Sliding House

   

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   These step-by-step instructions show how to secure a sliding house by backfilling under the deck, securing the deck posts and building ...

   Time:

   Month

   Cost:

   $15000 to $25000

   Difficulty:

   Hard

3. 53. How to Fix Creaky, Unstable Stairs

   

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   Home Inspector Rick Yeager explains how to fix creaky, unstable stairs and to secure a safety railing.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $1 to $50

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

4. 54. 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

5. 55. 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

6. 56. 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

7. 57. 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

8. 58. 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

9. 59. 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

10. 60. 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