Handy Man Fix Home Repair

This is a do-it yourself guide written mainly for women, but anyone that is interested in home repair can get a lot out of it. If you have ever wanted to tackle any kind of DIY project in your house this book is the definitive guide that can help you get the job done. The writing style is very engaging and this is an incredibly quick read for a DIY book. We really appreciated the humor that was used throughout to make it fun. This is a great book for single moms or just about anyone that needs to be able to tackle projects of all sizes around their homes.

The book is divided into five main sections, Plumbing, Electrical, Major Appliances, Windows, Walls and Doors as well as Home Safety. Each section includes plenty of drawings and illustrations to make the projects easy to understand. The detail on the drawings is quite good, a problem that many DIY publishers cannot fix. We were happy to see that even the smallest details were easy to see in print. Definitely a job well done!

The last section details how to find a contractor if the job is too big or if you don’t feel comfortable taking it on yourself. This took away a little bit from the empowerment theme of the book, but in some cases, there are times when even the best DIY’er can’t do it on their own. The tips contained here will help you avoid getting taken for a ride by a contractor and we appreciated the useful hints on how to locate the right contractor for the job.

The resource section is worth the cost of the book alone and provided some great ways to find the products and tools mentioned in the book. You can use this as a virtual shopping list to help build up your home tool kit. We liked the way that the book described the different tools needed and their uses, especially for readers that may not be used to home repair jobs on their own.

Overall, this was a fantastic book that really breaks down common tasks and makes them easy to understand. The money that can be saved by tackling these projects is significant, and the section on major appliances was an interesting addition. Most DIY projects focus only on what you can build or fixing fixtures, so this was something that we found to be very unique to this book. If you’ve ever faced a loud refrigerator in the middle of the night and didn’t have the money to get it fixed professionally, this book will definitely come in handy.

The authors have gone on to write more DIY books for women and it is easy to see why they have built up such a dedicated audience. No matter what gender you are, the books are fun to read, informative and contain some really great tips to help you get the job done right.

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John Wagner’s book on Drywall tips is incredibly useful and is well suited for beginners or those with a modicum of do it yourself experience. Experts probably won’t get much out of it, but for its intended audience, it definitely hits all the right notes. Even if you’re not planning on drywalling any time soon, you can get some great tips for repairing common wall issues, so it is definitely well worth the purchase price.

What sets this book apart from the competition is the attention to detail. Too many how-to books don’t include enough diagrams and photos to fully illustrate the process of how to do something. This is one of the few that went to exhaustive lengths to make sure that each process is thoroughly documented. This is incredibly helpful for beginners that really need to have a visual representation of what they need to do to get the job done.

For those completely new to drywall, the beginning section covers everything you could ever need to know about it. From the different materials that are used to make it, to its many forms, such as moisture or fire resistant, this is a great place to start before you begin your next project. You’ll be able to shop for drywall with a whole new appreciation and it will make the selection process much easier.

Common accessories and tools that are needed for drywalling are also covered and make it easy to see exactly what you are going to need to complete a project. You can use this as a virtual shopping list to make sure that you have everything necessary on hand before you start your project. The tools and equipment section is absolutely exhaustive and very useful. It also covers the tools for safety and how to build a “deadman.” This is used if you will be installing drywall on your own and it makes it much safer.

The next section of the book is divided up into how to cut, install and finish drywall. You’ll learn a bunch of different techniques that are designed to make the entire process easier while producing professional results. There are numerous little tips sprinkled about and we recommend taking a glance at them a few times. You can really learn a lot from the tips on their own.

The section on repair is very useful, especially if you’re trying to figure out how to fix an existing wall without having to completely replace it. This makes the book worth the price on its own. Although drywall isn’t the most fascinating subject in the world to many people, this book makes it easy to understand and a little bit fun. While it’s probably not something you’d read for pleasure, it is well suited for the DIY lover and weekend warrior.

By the time you’re done, you’ll be able to hang drywall and fix it like a pro. In fact, you may just find yourself itching to try out your new skills!