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Simple home repairs--exterior : should you make repairs? (1989)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1989)
Simple home repairs : exterior painting (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Should you make repairs?
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
of maintaining and repairing it. As costs of materials and labor increase, more home owners are assuming the role of "handyman.""--First paragraph....
Exterior painting
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Determine the type and amount of paint required. Measure the length and multiple to determine how many square feet you need to cover. Subtract for large openings such as picture windows and sliding glass doors. The paint ...
Basic tools
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
and materials you may need for doing simple repairs on the outside of your home."--First paragraph....
Simple home repairs : cracks in concrete sidewalks (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Caulking and filling cracks around windows and doors (1979)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
form) *Packaged ready-mixed mortal (if repairing masonry walls) *Solvent, such as cleaning fluid *Small pointing trowel *Chisel (small, narrow blade, with a steel-capped handle) *Masonry joint finishing tool (if repairing masonry walls and the existing...
Caulking and filling cracks around windows and doors (1982)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1982)
form) *Packaged ready-mixed mortar (if repairing masonry walls) *Solvent, such as cleaning fluid *Small pointing trowel *Chisel (Small, narrow blade, with a steel-capped handle) *Masonry join finishing tool (if repairing masonry walls and the existing...
Shingle roofs
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *A leaking roof. *Damaged or missing shingles. CAUTION: If in doubt, call a roofing specialist (especially for very steep roofs and complicated repairs). What you need *Two ladders (one for climbing to the roof and one for work on top...
Wall siding and shingles
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Boards or shingles are warped or split. *Cracks have developed around knots. *Holes have developed from loose knots. *Boards or shingles are rotted or damaged. *Air and moisture enter the wall. What you need ...
Cracks in concrete sidewalks
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Small cracks in sidewalks are becoming larger. *Uneven surfaces are dangerous. What you need *Packaged ready-mixed mortar *Epoxy concrete ("clear" type for narrow cracks and "gray" type for wide cracks and ...
Flat roofs
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem: A leaking roof; The seam or edge of an overlapping felt is loose; Cracks or damage appear in the roofing; A blister has developed in the felt that. You need: Sheet or asphalt roofing felt; Asphalt and roofing ...
Storm doors and windows
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Glass is cracked or broken. *Glass is loose in the frame. *Putty is cracked and loose. *Air is coming through the window or door. What you need *Replacement glass (Grade "B" window-type glass, 3/32 inch ...
Wood porch flooring
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Boards or plants are broken. *Boards or planks have holes or are badly splintered. *Wood flooring has deteriorated and is becoming unsafe and unsightly. What you need *Portable circular saw *Crosscut saw and ...
Termites/search and destroy
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Wood materials are threatened by termites. *Wood materials are deteriorated. *The house needs to be checked for the presence of termites. *Preventive action against termites is required. What you need ...
Wood steps
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Treads or risers are loose, sagging, broken, warped, or worn out. What you need *Replacement stock should be pressure-treated wood *Claw hammer and 8d finishing nails *Crosscut saw *Framing square *Chisel ...
Metal gutters and downspouts
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Water stands in the gutter. *Water overflows or spills over the edge of the gutter. *Water leaks from the gutter or downspout. What you need *Ladder *Metal gutter straps. (Straps must be the same type of ...
Splash blocks and drywell
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1979)
"Your problem *Water discharged from the downspout to the ground does not flow away from the wall or the building. *Water standing near the building can damage the foundation or cause damp basement walls. *Water is standing ...
Simple home repairs : caulking and filling cracks around windows and doors (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)
Simple home repairs : wood porch flooring (1993)
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Extension Division, 1993)