Helpful Home Repair Advice From A Skilled Handyman

Published on 03/28/2022
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Leaky Toilet Valve?

A leaking toilet valve can raise your water bills, which is inconvenient, especially if you’re on a tight budget. But how can you tell if your toilet valve is leaking or not? There are a variety of ways to accomplish this, but one of the simplest is to use food coloring.

Leaky Toilet Valve?

Leaky Toilet Valve?

You’ll pour the food coloring into the tank and leave it to sit for an hour. If the water in the bowl has changed colors when you return, your toilet valve needs to be replaced.

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Rattling Windows

Having rattling windows during the stormy season can be aggravating. Not only that, but the rattling of the windows could indicate a problem with the room’s seal. You can easily repair these rattling windows without the assistance of a handyman.

Rattling Windows

Rattling Windows

You’ll need to purchase corn pads for your feet and glue them to the window frames. This should keep the rattling to a minimum and make your home a lot quieter.

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