Homeowner Basics (Black & Decker Complete Photo Guide) [Paperback]

Jodie Carter (Author), Matthew Palmer (Author), Steve Wilson (Author), Jerri Farris (Author), David Griffin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2008

New help for new homeowners

Homeowners who are ready to remodel, just moving in, or ready to tackle their first DIY repair will find Black & Decker The Complete Photo Guide for New Homeowners indispensable. Filled with easy-to-follow projects for all of the most common repairs and installations homeowners confront, this is the essential guide for readers with little to no do-it-yourself experience.

This book is carefully tailored for the needs of homeowners new to the art of home repair and maintenance. Each section includes an overview of the topic; including information on common tools and materials, overall house systems, and how to evaluate different situations. Then specific projects start with a list of common terms and a photographed list of the tools and materials needed for the project at hand. Detailed, step-by-step photo instructions follow.

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About the Author

Jodie Carter is a licensed journeyman electrician. She also has contributed to several books and articles on a range of home improvement topics.

Jerri Farris (Independence, MO) is an author and editor who specializes in home improvement and home decor books. Her most recent are The Complete Guide to Decorating with Ceramic Tile and The Complete Guide to DIY Projects for Luxurious Living. She has made guest appearances on HGTV and has done interviews with radio stations, periodicals, and newspapers across the nation. She maintains her own blog at: www.jerrifarris.blogspot.com.

David Griffin is a highly-sought professional handyman with a growing reputation as a freelance writer. He is the author of Plumbing 101, and the editor of Fences, Gates & Garden Walls. He lives in Minneapolis, MN

Product Details

• Paperback: 496 pages
• Publisher: Creative Publishing international (April 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158923376X
• ISBN-13: 978-1589233768
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #285,840 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great book for home improvement projects!, June 9, 2009

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European Book Treasurer (Minnesota) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Homeowner Basics (Black & Decker Complete Photo Guide) (Paperback)

It turned to be very useful for us - first time homeowners. Our house was a foreclosure, so there were tons of things to fix about it. This book has information on basic repairs such as repairing a light fixture, fixing pipes, replacing toilets, installing faucets, painting tips, new floor installation, gutters, etc. etc. The photos are detailed, description is simple. We definitely recommend it.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth its price!, May 3, 2010

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J. Wentz (Carmel, IN) - See all my reviews
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If you are a new home-owner or somebody who is not confident in basic repairs, this book is perfect! Each section includes step by step instructions with color photos. At the beginning of each repair is a labeled color photo of all the tools and supplies you'll need to do the job.

What I love most about this book is that it covers not only simple repairs like replacing an outlet, but even covers how to fix squeaky floors or to tune up a garage door. I've never had much experience doing my own repairs, but this book has greatly built my confidence and has me always looking forward to the next project.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Homeowner basics made simple, December 3, 2008

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This review is from: Homeowner Basics (Black & Decker Complete Photo Guide) (Paperback)

Of the basics books I've seen, this one may cover fewer projects, but it covers them with background info/detail many others don't.