Perhaps the most common damage comes from pulling out the plug by the cordnot the plug. One more result of wear and tear is the ground prong coming loose. When any of these forms of damage occur, it’s time to replace the plug. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Just wrapping the damaged cord with electrical tape isn’t good enough. Extension cords come in many forms, as do the replacement plugs used to fix them....

Occasional glass breakage is a normal part of owning a home. If the window has multiple panes, the light reflection will be repeated. For example, on double-pane windows, two reflections will show up, one next to the other. Henry Arden / Getty Images But if you have older wood-framed windows with single-pane glass, it is relatively easy tofix broken glassyourself. You just need a few simple tools and materials, some of which you may already have on hand....

This simple project replaces a single-door overlaykitchen cabinetdoor and takes about 30 minutes per door. What Is an Overlay Cabinet? Next, determine the desired overlay width. The Spruce / Sanja Kostic Overlays range from 1/2- to 1-1/2 inches, with 1/2-inch being a common overlay width. Double the overlay width and add it to both the width and height. Remove the hinges and set them aside if you intend to reuse them....

PEX is especially friendly to DIYers. PEX is easier to work with than the traditional way ofsoldering copperfittings with a torch. It’s widely used by professionals but DIYers can learn the basics of replacing copper with PEX. Lee Wallender What Is PEX? PEX is a bang out of flexible plastic piping made of high-density cross-linked polyethylene. It is strong, flexible, and corrosion-resistant. Lee Wallender PEX was developed in Europe in the 1970s....

A few pro tips can help the job go more smoothly. Tip Be sure that the problem that caused the damage is fixed before replacing the drywall. Usually, sagging, warped, moldy, or wet drywall is due to some source of moisture. The Spruce / Kevin Norris If there’s an attic above the damage, there’s probably a problem with the roofing system. If the damage is below an upper floor, the problem is typically plumbing-related....

Warning Practice extreme caution when working with torsion springs. A small mistake can lead to disaster and injury because of the high tension required. Most residential homes have one of two types of garage door springs: torsion or extension. Hero Images / Getty Images As with the torsion system, these springs are tensioned by stretching out, using cables and pulleys. These are safety cables, meant to keep the spring in place if it happens to break under tension....

Or if your door’s existing sweep is cracked or peeling apart, it’s not doing its job. The great thing is that you might replace or install a new door sweepall without removing the door. It’s designed to seal your home against air, water, pests, and other unwanted intrusions. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Be sure to account for thedoor stops, too, and not just the actual size of the door....

When they stop heating, the solution is usually to replace the heating element. The baking element usually has metal feet and simply rests on the oven floor. Behind the plate, two metal prongs connect to two wires inside the oven. The Spruce / Kevin Norris The wires typically have female spade connectors that slide onto the element’s prongs. The design is simple and easy for a homeowner to replace. you could buy a replacement oven element through the oven manufacturer or through online appliance parts retailers....

The techniques for replacement are easier to understand if you know how a drain trap operates. The water seals the drain opening and prevents gases from rising up from the sewer system into your house. Such objects often remain in the trap rather than getting washed into the main drain. The Spruce / Kevin Norris Kits may come with additional adapters and parts that you may not need. The various drain trap parts can also be purchased individually....

Thinking about slowing down to fix your crusty bathtub or scuffed-up toilet seat feels impossible. But have no fearits important to think smarter when it comes tofixing a bathroomrather than harder. This nearly knocked our socks off. Leclair Decor We had to believe him, with his storied contracting and renovation career of over 20 years. But, we never thought replacing a toilet could be simplisticlet alone achievablewithout calling in a professional or two....

Ahead, we share tips and tricks from plant experts on how to repot your fiddle leaf fig successfully. Thus, when your fiddle leaf fig has outgrown its planter, its time to repot. For the best results, Brame says to mix some of the old soil with some new soil. Westend61 / Getty Images Here are the mainsigns its time to repotyour fiddle leaf fig: Want more gardening tips? Add soil around the plant roots while gently pressing down to remove any trapped air pockets, she adds....

This simple task is easy with some basic gardening gear and simple steps. Note that you may need someone to help you lift and maneuver a large plant as you work. Here’s how to repot your monstera plant. Cavan Images / Getty Images You may also notice that your plant seems to dry out a day or two after watering. These are signs that the plant is rootbound and could benefit from repotting in a larger container....

Iryna Imago / Getty Images Peace liliesare low-maintenance houseplants for various reasons. They grow moderately fast, so they only need to be repotted every two to three years. Also, peace lilies are one of the houseplants that do well when they are slightly root-bound. Iryna Imago / Getty Images Instead of taking the two-year rule literally, read the signs that a peace lily requires repotting. These include: If you observe any of the above conditions, its time to repot your peace lily....