9 DIY Maintenance Repairs You Don’t Need to Call a Professional to Fix

Yes, you can be the handyman (or woman) of the house. Some projects require a professional to complete the work but check out these 9 projects that will save you a phone call and an unexpected bill the next time they become an issue.

1. Problem: Low Water Pressure at the Faucet -> Clean and Replace the Aerator
2. Problem: Using Your Toilet As a Garbage Can -> Be Careful What You Flush Down the Toilet
3. Problem: Leaking Pipes -> Tighten the Valve Stem Packing Nut. 
4. Problem: Hot Water no Longer Working -> Check Water Heater Pilot Light.
5. Problem: Refrigerator no Longer Cooling -> Check Temperature Dials and Cooling Coils. 
6. Problem: Gas Stove Burners No Longer have a Flame -> Check the Stove Power Source. 
7. Problem: Electric Stove Burner not Heating -> If You Just Cleaned the Burner, Reinsert the Burner Correctly.
8. Problem: Electrical Outlets not Working  -> Reset Your GFCI Electrical Outlets.
9. Problem: House Not Heating -> Change Your Air Filters Once a Month. 

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