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Series: The Complete Idiot's Guide | Publication Date: September 4, 2007

How many readers does it take to change a light bulb?

Only one ? if he or she is armed with this book! Rather than focus on the big projects that most homeowners would wisely leave to professionals, it concentrates on the common repairs that everyone encounters and anyone can do?with the right instruction?including repairing holes and dents in drywall; fixing popped nails in walls; checking and replacing fuses; unclogging drains; replacing light fixtures; fixing squeaky floors; repairing cracked tile and damaged carpet; replacing screens; screening gutters; and much more.
?Contains 250 to 300 step-by-step illustrations

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Reading level: Ages 18 and up
Mass Market Paperback: 336 pages
Publisher: Alpha (September 4, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1592576656
ISBN-13: 978-1592576654
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 0.7 inches
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I've never tried it, but I could probably knit a sweater using two pencils, and coax a nail out of the wall with the tip of a metal ruler. Read the first page

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inspection checklist, safety drill, tank stopper, grill panel, plunger cup, collar nut, home workbook, standard screwdriver, putty stick, shower arm, voltage tester, supply stops, crevice tool, pivot rod, replacement tile, torpedo level, use the putty knife, wood shims, wood putty

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Skin Deep, Ounce of Prevention, The Least You Need, Preventing Repairs, Preventive Maintenance, Solving Pipe Problems, Interior Date, Faucet Fix Prep List, Smooth Talk, Over Your Nedd, Appliance Repairs, Map of Your World, United States, Outside Maintenance, Understanding Your Wiring, Safety Must-Naves, Eew Steps, New York, Trash Talk, Smooth Transitions, Circulatory System

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