Help, It's Broken!: A Fix-It Bible for the Repair Impaired

This book not only explains how to fix common household problems, it also helps you figure out who and when to hire an expert, and what questions to ask. I have fixed my toilet and leaky faucets -- all by myself. The chimney cleaning and repair jobs were hired out -- happily. It's easy to read, easy to look up specific household repairs. Wonderful explanations on how things work.

If you buy just one basic home-repair book, get this one; I couldn't believe that it would actually come in handy, but when my college ring fell down the sink, "Help! It's Broken" helped me save my jewelry and keep my sanity-- without calling a plumber. I was also happy to find that the guide came without the zzz factor of most home repair books; it's obvious the author put a lot of time into making sure readers wouldn't get bored or frustrated. I would highly recommend this book for any new homeowner, renter, or college student; I'm planning on getting another for my friend's housewarming gift.

This book covers everything and the author has a great sense of humor throughout. It reads well and is the first home-repair book that is easy to understand