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When most household items get broken, it is good to know how you can repair them yourself since most of the repair work requires less or no experience. You will therefore no longer need to call an expert to help you fix the broken item. Occasional repairs are one of the most common bargains that come with owning a home. Learning how to fix things yourself can save you the cash you would be giving the experts you hire to do the job for you.
Things break by accident and it is important that you have a toolkit of your own. Have all the necessary tools for basic home repairs. You should do research on how to do basic repairs before you start repairing anything. Don’t attempt anything you don’t understand, especially when dealing with electrical appliances, which can be really hazardous. Below are the common home repairs you can easily do yourself and how they are done.
How To Unclog A Toilet Drain
To unclog a toilet, you need to have a toilet plunger and also a toilet auger. If the water in the bowl is not much, pour more into it to submerge the head of the plunger and give it around 8 or 10 downward thrusts which should clear up most minor clog. Water should start flowing freely. If it doesn’t unclog, consider using an auger because the auger is meant to deal with tougher clogs. Dip the auger into the toilet until you reach the clog and after which, you can start turning the crank. After you have a good hold on the clog, pull it out and your toilet should now be unclogged.
How You Can Repair A Bathroom Pipe Or A Kitchen Leak
Most pipe leaks usually occur in the bathroom or kitchen sinks due to broken or loose compression nuts or a worn-out washer and also in bathroom taps. You should first turn off the faucet before you start repairing. After the water has stopped flowing, twist off the compression nuts and take this opportunity to rise the curved pipes. Once you have the entire pipe or the washer, you should screw the new items and turn the water back on and test if the problem has been fully solved. You can also get new taps such as Franke bathroom taps.
In What Way Can We Cover A Hole In The Wall?
The most common holes in walls are screw and nail holes which are as a result of hanging pictures, TVs and other household items. They are also the simplest holes to fix. To fix them, you need to first clear the wall of any debris, use a knife to press spackle paste into the wall and let it dry. Sand it down using a fine grain sandpaper until it feels flat. Depending on what colour your wall is and how seamless you want it, you might need to apply paint on it.
There is no shortage of things in your home that can break and you should, therefore, know how to repair them once they break, but it is important also to take caution on the type of things you are repairing. Some, where safety is a concern, should be handled by professionals like in the case of an electrical short circuit.
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