Home Repair Tutor

Eight years ago we had a toilet that leaked into the living room. It was nasty.

I called in one of my favorite plumbers here in Pittsburgh to fix it. Since then toilet has been leak free.

But this past week I had to remove that toilet because we're remodeling the bathroom.

Today you'll learn how to remove a toilet without it spilling disgusting water. Plus, you'll learn some of the tips that helped this toilet stay leak proof for 8 years.

Here's the link to my YouTube video tutorial on how to remove a bathroom floor

https://youtu.be/KSumtCvWjlM

If you're doing a bathroom remodel and want help check out Bathroom Repair Tutor

http://www.bathroomrepairtutor.com/

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Removing a bathroom floor can be a pain in the butt. Recently I had to take out 6 layers of flooring in a 100 year old bathroom…6 LAYERS!!!!

Today you'll get tips on how to do this project and we have a tool giveaway. You won't want to miss out.

Here's the link to my YouTube video tutorial on how to remove a bathroom floor

https://youtu.be/cNbj8Z-STHU

If you're doing a bathroom remodel and want help check out Bathroom Repair Tutor

http://www.bathroomrepairtutor.com/

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Tiling your bathroom or kitchen? Today's podcast has smart ideas that'll save you time, money, and a boat load of aggravation.

I share 10 tiling tips that you can immediately start using.

For example, should you use grout in the corners of your tub?

What's the best stain resistant grout?

You'll find out today.

Here's the link to my tutorial on tiling tips (there's a video)

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/tiling-tips-techniques/

Watch the video tutorial on YouTube

https://youtu.be/ZBub1q54cWE

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PLUS: if you're doing a DIY bathroom remodel you'll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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True story: I paid my handyman $600 to fix a 4x4 section of drywall. It was pricey because he had to match the texture and visit the house 3-4 times. Today’s podcast shares how to fix drywall and save tons of money.

AND we have an awesome giveaway you don’t want to miss. Especially if you’re a tool junkie like me.

Here’s the link to my tutorial on how to fix drywall

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-fix-drywall/

Watch the video tutorial on my YouTube channel

https://www.youtube.com/user/HomeRepairTutor

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PLUS: if you’re doing a DIY bathroom remodel you’ll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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Plumbing repairs can be expensive. Today we give you tips on how to install a water shut off valve without calling a contractor. Anyone can do this.

PLUS we mention a sweet surprise in this week’s video tutorial.

Here’s the link to my tutorial on how to install a water shut off

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-install-a-water-shut-off-valve/

Watch the video tutorial on my YouTube channel

https://www.youtube.com/user/HomeRepairTutor

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PLUS: if you’re doing a DIY bathroom remodel you’ll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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Knowing the basic setup of a roof will help your home stay safe through the summer and winter…today’s show gives you quick roofing tips that everyone should understand.

PLUS how can you cool a house with hot water heat?

We tackle that dilemma as well.

At the end of the show I make an important announcement.

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PLUS: if you’re doing a DIY bathroom remodel you’ll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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Water bills get out of control real fast…especially if you have a sprinkler system. Today’s podcast talks about Spruce Irrigation and how it works with SmartThings home automation to save you money on your water bill.

If you’re a techie and have a sprinkler system you’ll love this.

Here’s Spruce’s website

http://www.spruceirrigation.com

ALSO,

we discuss how to cover up pet smells on floors and the best approach for tiling a cinderblock shower.

I mention Wedi and Schluter KERDI-BOARD

Check them both out to see which you’d like best

http://us.wedi.de/

http://www.schluter.com/

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PLUS: if you’re doing a DIY bathroom remodel you’ll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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Tree trunk removal can be tough…today we discuss a way to remove trunks without breaking your back…although, this isn’t necessarily the ‘greenest’ method (just a heads up).

ALSO we talk about how to quiet noisy pipes and a way to solve wobbly outlets or switches.

Here’s the link to the outlet shims I mention

http://amzn.to/1Rzr4hh

If you’re interested in the Spectracide stump remover granules you can research them here

http://amzn.to/1LQJbT7

Finally, this is the link to the Pumie pumice stick that Phil recommended

http://amzn.to/1Rzrx2O

The above links are Amazon affiliate links and help support the HRT podcast…gracias.

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PLUS: if you’re doing a DIY bathroom remodel you’ll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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Cracked tiles stink…today we discuss why DITRA is a MUST under tile floors.

It’s easy to install, stops cracked tile & grout and can make your bathroom floor 100% waterproof.

We have a complete free step-by-step tutorial for you over on Home Repair Tutor. There are two different videos for your viewing enjoyment.

Part 1 shows how to install DITRA on a wood subfloor and Part 2 shows how to waterproof the DITRA…super important for anyone with kids or a messy husband, haha.

Here are the links to the video tutorials

Part 1 - How to Install DITRA on a Wood Subfloor

https://youtu.be/3UjHPUcGUk8

Part 2 - How to Waterproof DITRA

https://youtu.be/anXgmjrHS0s

As promised here is the Amazon link for the QEP tile hole saw kit

http://amzn.to/1TH1Nbl

I apologize because in the show I said it’s $20 and it’s NOT…sorry about that

Here’s the link to the linoleum/carpet knife used for tile setting

http://amzn.to/1ToI27U

If you haven’t already done so you can,

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PLUS: if you’re doing a DIY bathroom remodel you’ll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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Rust stains on toilets and bathtubs…how can you remove em…today’s podcast has a great solution.

PLUS we talk about why saddle valves stink and which type of valve is the best for fridge ice makers or filters.

As promised here’s the Amazon link for the Sioux Chief “full-slip” valve tee

http://amzn.to/1U6yCwL

And here’s the Amazon link for Acid Magic

http://amzn.to/21RKqce

These Amazon affiliate links helps support HRT…so gracias

If you want the cleaning solution recipe I mentioned here it is

-1 cup distilled vinegar

-3 TBSPs of borax

-1 gallon of hot water

-1/2 cup of soap

-15-20 drops of tea tree or lavender or lemon oil for fragrance

This recipe is courtesy of Clean House, Clean Planet by Karen Logan

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PLUS: if you’re doing a DIY bathroom remodel you’ll love our training over on Bathroom Repair Tutor

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