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Index
Introduction
Chapter 1: Problem Solving
How to Avoid Problems
Sizing Up the Problem
Water Leaks
Gas Leaks
Storm Damage
Securing a Damaged House
Chapter 2: Vital Tools
Tool Ergonomics & Safety
Hand Tools
Tools to Cut, Scrape, Pry
Basic Small Tools
Power Tools
Tools You Rent
Chapter 3: Vital Hardware
Safety Gear
Screws & Bolts
Nails
Caulk
Tapes & Glues
Sandpaper & Steel Wool
Chapter 4: Vital Products
Paints & Finishes
Stains
Clear Finishes
Recycled Paint
Faux Finishes
Fillers
Chapter 5: Scratches & Chips
Scratched Woodwork
Scratched Furniture
Wood Floor Scratches
Scratched Counters
Repairing a Chipped Tile
Repairing a Chipped Finish
Chapter 6: Inside Leaks/Clogs
Faucets
Toilets
Washing Machines
Unclogging Sinks
Unclogging Toilets
Unclogging Tubs & Showers
Chapter 7: Outside Leaks/Clogs
Roofs
Gutters & Downspouts
Windows
Unclogging Gutters
Unclogging Downspouts
Unclogging Outside Drains
Chapter 8: Squeaks/Sticky Issues
Floors: What to Try First
Floors: What to Try Next
Sticking Doors
Sticking Windows
Sticking Furniture Drawers
Sticking Keyed Door Locks
Chapter 9: Cracks & Holes
Holes in Plaster
Repairing Plaster Cracks
Drywall Holes
Drywall Cracks
Cracked Concrete Floors
Cracked Glass
Chapter 10: Electrical Systems
How Your System Works
Fuses & Circuit Breakers
Overloading a Circuit
Saving Electricity
Lamp, Cord, & Plug Repair
Renewable Energy
Chapter 11: Fungi Issues
Know Your Microorganisms
Interior Mold & Mildew
Exterior Mold
Serious Mold
Roof Moss
Wood Rot
Chapter 12: Pets & Pests
Installing a Pet Door
Squirrel & Raccoon Damage
Bird Damage & Repairs
Bees & Wasps
Termites & Wood Eaters
Critter-Proofing Your Home
Chapter 13: Painting
Picking the Paint & Sheen
Interior Preparation
Painting Walls & Ceilings
Woodwork & Trim
Exterior Preparation
Exterior Painting
Chapter 14: Vital Storage
Building Shelves
More Shelving
Closet Fixes
Garage Storage
Workbench
Kitchen Island
Chapter 15: Energy Efficiency
Energy Primer
Sealing Your House
Weather Stripping
Choosing New Windows
Adding Insulation
Appliances & Energy Savings
Chapter 16: Outside Repairs
Fence Repairs
Fence Repairs (Continued)
Deck Repairs
Outdoor Lighting
Composting
Rain Barrels
Chapter 17: Childproofing
Safety Gates
Window Precautions
Room & Cabinet Doors
Electrical Precautions
Plumbing Safeguards
Other Child Concerns
Chapter 18: Appliances
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Clothes Dryer
Gas Furnace
Water Heater
Vacuum Cleaner
Chapter 19: Maintenance Timeline
Summer
Fall
Winter
Spring
Monthly
Yearly
Chapter 20: Resources
Websites
Glossary
Photo Credits
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