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DIY home repair how-to videos, tips, tricks, and hacks from a professional handyman. Trusted by viewers with 2 Million+ views across social media.

Learn simple, real-world fixes for common home problems—designed for homeowners, DIYers, and pros.

11/08/2026

A Simple Fix for Rusty Plumbing Flanges! 🔧

When replacing a bathroom vanity, it’s often the little finishing details that make the biggest difference.

One common problem I encounter is rusty or deteriorated pipe fl**ges around the water supply pipes behind the shutoff valves.

Normally, replacing a solid fl**ge would require removing the shutoff valve. But there’s a much easier solution!

In this video, I demonstrate how a plastic split fl**ge can be installed around the existing pipe without disconnecting anything.

🔧 PRO TIP: Most bathroom vanity shutoff valves are connected to 1/2-inch nominal copper supply pipes. When purchasing replacement split fl**ges, make sure they’re designed for the size and type of pipe you have.

It’s an inexpensive finishing touch that makes your plumbing look clean and professional!

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Have you ever used one of these?

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11/05/2026

HOW TO REMOVE A SCREW THAT JUST KEEPS SPINNING!

Ever tried removing a screw from a cabinet, only to have it spin endlessly without backing out?

This happens when the screw threads can no longer get enough grip in the wood to push the screw outward.

Here’s a simple trick I’ve used on the job!

Grab a stiff putty knife and carefully slide the edge between the screw head and the cabinet surface.

Apply a little outward pressure while slowly reversing your drill. Once the threads catch the wood again, remove the putty knife and finish unscrewing it.

💡 PRO TIP: Use just enough pressure to help the screw back out. You don’t want to damage the cabinet finish or bend the screw!

Sometimes a simple hand tool is all you need to solve a frustrating problem.

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11/05/2026

SCREW WON’T COME OUT? TRY THIS!

We’ve all been there. You’re trying to remove a screw, but it just keeps spinning without coming out!

Here’s a simple trick I use on the job.

🛠️ Slide the stiff edge of a putty knife underneath the screw head.

🛠️ Apply gentle outward pressure while reversing your drill.

🛠️ Once the threads grab the wood again, remove the putty knife and finish backing out the screw.

No fancy tools. Just a little leverage and a trick worth remembering!

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11/03/2026

Voting is the only time adults get stickers for doing things. Oh never mind, Jiffy L**e gives us one too for changing our oil. lol

11/03/2026

🚿 Is Your Bathtub Stopper Broken?

Here’s a simple repair that might save you a service call!

A client had a toe-touch bathtub stopper that had stopped working. Instead of replacing the entire drain assembly, I was able to unscrew the faulty stopper and install a matching replacement.

One feature I really like about this replacement is that it includes two different sizes of threaded adapters. Just choose the one that matches the existing drain connection, install it in the new stopper, and screw everything into place.

A quick test confirmed the new stopper was working properly!

🔧 Replacement Tub Stopper:
https://link.amazon/B04KBmxJm

Sometimes the simplest repairs make the biggest difference.

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11/03/2026

🚿 BROKEN BATHTUB STOPPER? EASY FIX!

A client’s toe-touch bathtub stopper stopped working, but replacing it was surprisingly simple!

I removed the old stopper and installed a matching replacement from Home Depot.

🔧 Here’s the trick: The new stopper includes two different threaded adapters, so you can select the one that matches your existing tub drain.

Once you’ve selected the correct adapter, simply install it into the new stopper, screw the stopper into place, and test it out!

🛠️ Replacement Tub Stopper:
https://link.amazon/B04KBmxJm

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11/02/2026

🪵 ARE YOU USING THE RIGHT SANDPAPER?

Choosing the right sandpaper grit can make all the difference between a smooth, professional-looking finish and a scratched-up surface!

Whether you’re refinishing furniture, preparing wood for staining, or tackling a home improvement project, here’s a handy cheat sheet to help you choose the right grit.

🔴 60–80 Grit: Heavy sanding, removing old finishes, and smoothing rough wood.

🟠 100–120 Grit: General-purpose sanding and removing scratches.

🟢 150–180 Grit: Preparing bare wood for staining or finishing.

🔵 220 Grit: Fine smoothing and final surface preparation.

🟣 320–400 Grit: Light sanding between finish coats when recommended by the manufacturer.

💡 MR. FIX IT PRO TIP:
The LOWER the grit number, the COARSER the sandpaper. The HIGHER the number, the FINER the sandpaper!

For the best results, start with the finest grit that gets the job done, gradually work your way to finer grits, and always remove sanding dust before applying your finish.

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11/01/2026

A Simple Trick for Removing Painted-Over Screws!

If you’ve ever tried replacing a door or removing an old door hinge, you’ve probably encountered screws that have been painted over multiple times.

Trying to remove them with a power drill can quickly strip the screw heads, turning a simple project into a much bigger headache.

Here’s a trick I’ve used for years.

Take a Phillips screwdriver, line it up with the painted-over screw head, and gently tap the end of the handle with a hammer.

This helps break through the layers of paint and allows the screwdriver to seat firmly into the screw head.

Once it’s seated, apply steady pressure and carefully turn the screw to remove it.

It’s a simple technique that can save you time, frustration, and the hassle of extracting stripped screws.

Sometimes a screwdriver and hammer are all you need!

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11/01/2026

STOP STRIPPING THOSE SCREWS!

Ever tried removing a door hinge only to discover that every screw is buried under layers of paint?

Here’s a simple handyman trick that can save you a lot of frustration!

Instead of immediately reaching for a power drill, place a Phillips screwdriver into the screw head and gently tap the end with a hammer.

This breaks through the paint and helps the screwdriver seat properly, giving you a better grip when backing out the screw.

🔨 Simple tools.
🔧 Better results.
💪 Fewer stripped screws.

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10/26/2026

🔧 Sometimes the Best Repair Is NOT Replacing Something!

I recently had a client ask me to replace the bathtub drain stopper and trim.

Under normal circumstances, this would be a straightforward project. But this particular bathtub had already been refinished with a new coating, and I was concerned that attempting to remove the old drain could damage that finish.

Instead, I suggested another option.

I carefully sanded the existing drain trim, masked off the surrounding bathtub with painter’s tape, and used a plastic bag to help contain the overspray while applying chrome-colored spray paint.

The goal was to give the drain a refreshed appearance that complemented the existing tub spout and diverter without disturbing the refinished bathtub.

The project turned out great!

One of the things I’ve learned over the years is that a successful home repair isn’t always about installing something new. Sometimes it’s about preserving what’s already there.

This was a cosmetic solution for an otherwise functional drain, and any coating used in this application needs to be suitable for the conditions.

🛁 What would you have done? Replace the drain or restore the existing trim?

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