Published July 9, 2018
Meet Your New Handyman, YouTube
It’s easy to call a handyman to fix those little things around the house or do general household maintenance. Personally, we would rather save those service fees and tackle one or two of these items ourselves.
YouTube has changed the way we all live and work. If you’re only watching videos on YouTube to see the latest episode of Carpool Karaoke, you’re doing it all wrong! YouTube can function as the helpful (FREE!) handyman you’ve always wanted. Learn multiple techniques and fixes and save some cash on household repairs. Plus, visual learners can benefit from learning by seeing in these helpful tutorials.
Take a look at some of our favorite links for the best “How To” videos on YouTube for important household maintenance and fixes to common household problems.
Chances are, you aren’t changing your filter often enough. You want your HVAC to work for years to come, don’t you? Take a look at your manufacturer’s guidelines and then watch this video for a simple breakdown.
Don’t call the plumber for a slow running drain, and put down that bottle of toxic chemicals! You can probably fix that slow moving drain yourself! Check out this video for a simple and easy to understand breakdown.
If you’ve had an unfortunate run-in with your drywall, it isn’t necessary to call a pro! You can easily fix a hole in your drywall yourself. Take a look at this step-by-step tutorial for the rundown.
If your frozen waffles and chicken breasts look like they’re on an icy mountainside, it’s time to defrost your freezer. This video explains the process and tells you how to safely defrost a freezer that has been covered in an icy layer.
How to Flush Your Water Heater-
Sediment can build up inside your water heater causing serious problems. It’s a common and underrated home maintenance project that many homeowners often miss. If dealing with a water heater sounds intimidating, check this video out. It explains the process and makes it look simple and quick!
Dryer lint is not only flammable, but is also cause your dryer to stop working properly. Even if you empty the lint trap after each cycle, it’s still necessary to clean out the exhaust hose periodically. This video explains the job in a manner that anyone can tackle.
How to Clean Your Garbage Disposal-
Your otherwise clean kitchen could have developed an odor that you can’t place. Chances are, it’s coming from a grimy disposer. It’s simple and fast to clean this hard working appliance. Check out this quick video for some great tips.
We hope these YouTube tips and tutorials change the way you approach household maintenance and fixes. Enjoy your savings on handyman services and your renewed confidence in your own DIY skill.
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