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How to Fix Everything For Dummies [Paperback]

Gary Hedstrom , Peg Hedstrom , Judy Ondrla Tremore
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

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Book Description

April 29, 2005
The fun and easy way to repair anything and everything around the house
For anyone who's ever been frustrated by repair shop rip-offs, this guide shows how to troubleshoot and fix a wide range of household appliances-lamps, vacuum cleaners, washers, dryers, dishwashers, garbage disposals, blenders, radios, televisions, and even computers. Packed with step-by-step illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions, it's a must-have money-saver for the half of all homeowners who undertake do-it-yourself projects.

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From the Back Cover

Tips on safety and the right tools and materials

Fix everything from A to Z without breaking the bank!

Want to tackle your own home repairs? This clear, hands-on guide shows you how to take on repairs yourself with plenty of step-by-step instructions. From working on walls, floors, and doors to conquering heating, electric, and plumbing repairs, you'll see how to fix what goes wrong in your home — and identify the projects the pros should handle.

Discover how to

  • Patch your walls and floors
  • Stop pipe and faucet leaks
  • Repair your furniture
  • Keep your appliances in top shape
  • Work on your home's exterior

About the Author

Do-it-yourself experts Gary and Peg Hedstrom extensively remodeled six houses and built two from scratch, doing all the work themselves. A retired diesel mechanic, Gary describes himself as a jack-of-all-trades who’s happiest taking things apart to see how they’re built and putting them back together. He hates sitting still and willingly shares his knowledge with others so they can fix things themselves. Peg liked to get her hands “dirty,” as she puts it, fixing appliances and discarded televisions long before she met Gary. So she willingly tackled everything else once she and Gary started working on homes. Her favorite pastime, however, is restoring wood and old, damaged furniture, as well as doing the finishing touches in a home. Lifelong Michigan residents, the couple has homes in Grand Rapids and Florida.

Judy Ondrla Tremore, a veteran reporter and business writer, wrote two books and co-authored another before writing How to Fix Everything For Dummies. Her articles and stories have appeared in The Grand Rapids Press, Cadence (where she was managing editor), Legal Assistant Today, Grand Rapids Business Journal, Grand Rapids Magazine, Cosmopolitan Home, Our Children, Applause, and several other Michigan and Illinois publications. She was the Grand Rapids editor of Metropolitan Woman. Among her favorite articles were those pertaining to home improvement and design and restoration projects, because they dovetail with her deep interest in architecture and homes. She grew up in the Chicago area and has lived in Michigan for more than 30 years.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (April 29, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0764572091
  • ISBN-13: 978-0764572098
  • Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.8 x 9.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #146,415 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Good reference August 4, 2008
Format:Paperback
I bought this as a reference to help out since I am a new homeowner. So far any minor problems I have encountered have been covered by the material in the book. I would recommend it to anyone as a useful guide to keep on hand.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars tearing apart the kitchen February 6, 2010
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got my copy yesterday in perfect condition. have a problem with my fridge which this book tells me exactly how to remedy! MS KITCHEN GOODWRENCH HAS ARRIVED!!no extra repair person needed thank you. this book is a great gift idea for someone going on their own, getting married, or just tired of having to spend extra money where it's not necessary so thanks again.How to Fix Everything For Dummies
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Useful for lots of things June 5, 2010
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This is pretty much a required text for a homeowner. It covers most, if not all, of the minor problems that can crop up in a house, from small holes in drywall to creaky chairs to troubleshooting appliances that are on the fritz. It covers all the fixable problems with decent diagrams and easy-to-follow steps, and also tells you what you shouldn't tackle by yourself, whether that involves calling a repairman or buying a replacement.

A good companion to this is Home Maintenance For Dummies, which covers some of the more involved and costly jobs around the house. Armed with these two books, you can save a lot of money (I made the cost of both back with my first DIY fix) and keep your dwelling in tip-top shape.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Handy Book
Bought this as a gift. The user has used it several times and claims that it helps with many tasks.
Published 3 months ago by MATT
5.0 out of 5 stars Just what it says on the tin
For Dummies books have an astonishing high level of quality and ease-of-use. If the subject of the book's title interests you, then this book is probably just what you need.
Published 4 months ago by Gideon Kalve Jarvis
1.0 out of 5 stars Do NOT buy Kindle version
Kindle version review:

All images are cut off and near-useless. Terrible - total ripoff for Kindle version. Read more
Published 4 months ago by agarose2000
4.0 out of 5 stars The Homeowner's Guide to Owning a House
I haven't actually tried to fix anything out of this yet, but the broad range of products and the detail therein is very impressive. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Chickeny
5.0 out of 5 stars book
These are a great for the price and didnt have to spend any gas at $5.00 a gallon shiped fast
Published 14 months ago by Mark A. Edwards
5.0 out of 5 stars Easy layout, tackles all the basics of home maintenance
Not all Dummies books are the kind you just sit down and read cover to cover. This is one of them. So what I did was read the intro and section heads, and perused the specific... Read more
Published 16 months ago by T. Lee
5.0 out of 5 stars book review
This book is another example of my attempts to establish a reference library for our use in maintaining our old house. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Myra Elliott
4.0 out of 5 stars Cute gift for my husband
My husband is an accountant so we always joke that he is not exactly Mr. Fix It around the house. This was a hilarious and cute gift for his birthday. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Molly Lee
4.0 out of 5 stars Almost...
The book isn't QUITE as advertised; you couldn't really expect to be able to repair everything based on the knowledge in this rather small book. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Papa Joe
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book for a young homeowner
I appreciate how easy the information in this book is to use. It has basics like drywall patching, replaceing faucets. Very useful to me!
Published on May 23, 2011 by angelinamax
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