The EasyToFix Blog
Step-by-step fixes you can safely do yourself, and clear signs it's time to call a professional.
Warm spots on the floor, an unexplained jump in your water bill, or the sound of running water when every tap is off can all point to a leak under your slab. Here is what to watch for and how it gets fixed.
Pipes freeze fastest in exterior walls, attics, basements and crawl spaces. This winter checklist covers insulation, heat and the small habits that prevent a burst pipe disaster.
Hard water shortens the life of your water heater and appliances. Here is how to tell if you have it and which solution, from salt-based softeners to whole-home filters, fits your home.
Low water pressure is usually a clogged aerator, a half-closed valve or a failing pressure regulator. These eight checks find the cause in most homes.
Strange noises, constant running and rust are early warnings. Test your sump pump twice a year and replace it before it quits during a storm.
Tankless heaters save energy and space and never run out of hot water, but they cost more upfront and need yearly maintenance. Here is how to decide.
A humming disposal means the motor is jammed, not dead. Work through these seven safe steps — power off, reset button, hex wrench and more — to get it spinning again.
Most no-heat calls come down to a wrong thermostat setting, a dirty filter or a dirty flame sensor. Run these seven checks before you pay for a service call.
A running toilet is almost always a worn flapper, a misadjusted float or a faulty fill valve. These seven fixes resolve the vast majority of cases in under 30 minutes.
Most AC cooling problems come down to simple issues: a wrong thermostat setting, a clogged filter or a tripped breaker. Run these seven checks first.
A leaking toilet flapper can waste 200 gallons a day without a sound. Learn how to track down the hidden leaks inflating your water bill.
Emergency plumbing usually costs $200 to $600 or more, thanks to after-hours premiums. Here is how emergency pricing works and how to keep your bill fair.
From dead remote batteries to misaligned safety sensors, most garage door problems have a simple cause. Here is how to diagnose yours safely.
Before you pay for a replacement, check the pilot light, breaker, thermostat and sediment buildup. Many no-hot-water problems take minutes to fix.
Most household clogs are hair, grease or soap scum sitting just below the drain. These six safe methods clear the majority of them in under 30 minutes.