The Home Repair Handbook: A Complete Beginner's Guide to Fixing Almost Anything

That dripping faucet keeping you awake at night? The outlet that stopped working? The hole in your drywall? The toilet that won't stop running? You can fix all of these yourself-even if you've never held a wrench. The Home Repair Handbook by Spencer Westel is your complete beginner's guide to handling the most common home repairs confidently and safely. Written in plain English without confusing jargon, this book teaches you exactly what you need to know to fix problems yourself instead of paying hundreds of dollars for repair calls.
What You'll Learn:Understanding Your Home's Systems - Demystify plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and structural systems so you can troubleshoot problems logically instead of guessing. Know how water flows, electricity works, and why things break. The Right Tools for the Job - Build an essential toolkit without wasting money on unnecessary gadgets. Learn exactly which tools you need, how to use them properly, and how to maintain them for decades of use.
Essential Plumbing Repairs - Fix running toilets, dripping faucets, clogged drains, and leaky pipes with detailed step-by-step instructions. Stop wasting water and money on simple repairs that take just minutes. Basic Electrical Work - Replace outlets, switches, and light fixtures safely. Understand circuit breakers and troubleshoot electrical problems without risking electrocution. Walls, Doors, and Windows - Patch drywall holes perfectly, fix sticking doors, and free stuck windows.
Make your home look and function like new. Preventive Maintenance - Follow seasonal checklists that prevent expensive repairs before they happen. Monthly habits that keep everything running smoothly year-round. Every repair includes clear explanations of what you're doing and why, so you understand the principles behind the techniques. You'll learn to think like a professional handyman, diagnosing problems logically and fixing them confidently.
Perfect for: Homeowners tired of expensive repair bills Renters who want to handle minor repairs themselves First-time homeowners feeling overwhelmed Anyone who wants to be more self-reliant People with zero experience who want to learn No prior experience required. Spencer Westel assumes you know nothing about home repair and explains everything from the ground up, including the small details other guides skip over.
What Readers Are Saying: "Paid for itself with the first repair I did myself instead of calling a plumber!" "Finally, a home repair book that doesn't assume I already know what I'm doing." "Clear instructions, no confusing jargon, and it actually works."Save hundreds or thousands of dollars on repairs while gaining the confidence and skills to maintain your home exactly the way you want it. The average homeowner spends $3, 000-$5, 000 annually on repairs-learn to handle the most common issues yourself and keep that money in your pocket.
Start fixing things yourself today. Your wallet will thank you.