Plumbing4:40
Beginner
Fix a dripping faucet
A drip is almost always a worn cartridge or O-ring. Bring the old part to the store and match it exactly — brands are not interchangeable.
Last reviewed September 1, 2026
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Walls and surfaces90 min
IntermediateCare needed
Patch a hole in drywall
Cut it square, back it, and use thin coats. The finish work is what separates an invisible patch from an obvious one.
Last reviewed September 1, 2026
Bathroom90 min
Beginner
Re-caulk a tub or shower
Peeling caulk lets water into the wall. The step almost everyone skips is removing every last trace of the old bead before the new one goes on.
Last reviewed September 1, 2026
Smart home6:14
IntermediateCare needed
Install a video doorbell
A wired doorbell swap uses the two low-voltage wires already at your door. The trick is finding the right breaker and getting the chime connector right.
Last reviewed September 1, 2026
Appliances2:53
BeginnerCare needed
Clean your dryer vent
A lint-packed vent is the top cause of slow drying and a leading cause of laundry fires. This is a 30-minute job once a year.
Last reviewed September 1, 2026
Seasonal1:14
Beginner
Seal drafty windows and doors
Weatherstripping and a tube of caulk are the cheapest energy upgrade in the house, and both are genuinely beginner work.
Last reviewed September 1, 2026
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