Window Security
First and foremost we care about you feeling safe in your home. Home is one place where you should never feel threatened or uncomfortable when thinking about security. We provide you with the tools necessary to take the security of your home into your own hands. We are tired of women walking into...

Fixing Door Misfortunes!
Fixing a Door Latch/Strike Plate
A misaligned door latch and strike plate may also cause a door not to shut or remain closed.
Tools to Have on Hand: straight-slot or Phillips screwdriver, chisel (as needed), hammer (as needed)
1. Check to see whether the hinges have loosened or become bent.
2....

Installing Deadbolts Locks!

Installing Dead-Bolt Locks
Tools to Have on Hand: electric drill, specialty drill bits, hammer, chisel, straight-slot or Phillips screwdriver
Dead-bolt locks provide an inexpensive way to add security to your home. They are not difficult to install if you have the necessary equipment. The most i...

Installing Curtain Rods!
Installing Curtain Rods
There are two basic curtain rods — an adjustable stationary rod and an adjustable traverse rod. If you envision frequent adjustment of the curtains, I strongly recommend the traverse rod. Either rod can be purchased from the hardware store and installation is a simple job.
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Hanging Lightweight Objects!
There is nothing that brightens up a room more than an attractive picture, a fresh coat of paint, or a pretty wallpaper pattern. In order to accomplish projects of this type, it is necessary to understand how walls are constructed.
Most interior walls are constructed with sheetrock and studs. The s...

Replacing Electric Switches!
Electrical Switches, Cords, Plugs, and Outlets

Problem
Cause
Remedy
Page

Light switch does not go on Circuit breaker off Turn on circuit breaker 50
Bulb burned out Replace bulb 45
Faulty light switch Replace switch 50–51
Outlet does not work Replace outlet 53
Electrical cord o...

Replacing a Three-Way Switch!!!
Replacing a Three-Way Switch
In the event that you are dealing with a three-way switch, the same principles apply. The name three-way switch is a little misleading because such a switch controls lights from two locations, not three. The basic principle is that the common or hot wire (the dark-color...

Installing Fluorescent Dimmer Switches!
Installing Fluorescent Dimmer Switches. Fluorescent dimmer switches are installed in the same way as incandescent dimmer switches with one exception. You must install a special ballast, which you can purchase at an electrical supply store.
Replacing an Outlet
Replacing an outlet is similar to repl...

Hanging Heavyweight Objects!
Hanging Heavy Objects
For a heavy mirror or wall clock, it is best to fasten the hanger into a stud. This presents the interesting problem of finding the stud. Remember that studs are generally 11⁄2 inches wide and are located every 16 inches on center across your wall.
Tools to Have on Hand...

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