Kitchen cabinets can be painted, but there are some tips you won't want to miss.

This episode discusses several things you should consider when prepping and then painting older kitchen cabinets. 

The prep will take longer than the painting, that's just how it goes.

Check out this great article by This Old House for more ideas

http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/how-to/overview/0,,20209705,00.html

My Quick Tip shares how to stop wiggling outlets or light switches. It's so simple you won't believe it.

If you need tutorials on how to install a light switch or outlet I've got you covered 

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-wire-a-light-switch/

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-wire-an-electrical-outlet/

Do you have a question?

Call me at 412-347-9711, I'll try my best to help. I'm not a guru but love sharing what I know.

You can also visit Home Repair Tutor and ask your question 

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast/

Leaky kitchen faucets can drive anyone nuts.

This episode tackles a question from Terry who wants to learn how to fix his leaky kitchen faucet pronto. 

My biggest tip is to see if you can get replacement parts for free from the maker of the faucet. 

If your faucet is from on these brands you might want to call and ask if the parts are under warranty.

http://www.americanstandard-us.com/

http://www.deltafaucet.com/index.html

http://www.moen.com/

http://www.kohler.com/

The Quick Tip discusses how to prevent frozen pipes. Yah, this might come in handy.

Check out Frost King's heat cable if your pipes have frozen in the past.

http://www.frostking.com/automatic-electric-heat-cable-kits/

If you need a tutorial on how to install heat cable or want more tips on preventing frozen pipes this might help

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/thawing-and-preventing-frozen-pipes/

Do you have a question like Terry.

Ask me by calling 412-347-8711, I'll try my best to help you.

You can also submit a question on Home Repair Tutor

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast/

Garage door maintenance, yep it's something you should do. 

This episode addresses a question from Toby and one from Bruce.

Both of them want details on how to keep their garage doors working correctly.

The Quick Tip is from Chad Walker who shares how to remove caulk.

Here are links to sites referenced in this episode

https://www.ryobitools.com/power-tools/products/details/417

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/easily-remove-silicone-caulk/

http://www.chamberlain.com/

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-replace-a-garage-door-extension-spring/

http://www.homerepairtutor.com/garage-door-opener-installation/

Welcome! This is the first Home Repair Tutor podcast.

You'll learn a bit about me and why I created this short podcast to help do-it-yourself homeowners.

Rich's question is about his leaking hot water tank. He'd like to know if he can fix it or if he has to replace the entire tank!

Today's Quick Tip shares a great product you need if you're going to remove a toilet. 

Submit your own question like Rich did by visiting www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast

Thin set can be really tough to remove or grind down.

This episode tackles Marilyn's question that deals with removing excess thin set. She's currently doing a shower tiling project and needs some advice.

Today's Quick Tip discusses the #1 tool you need for any electrical project. 

Submit your question like Marilyn did by visiting www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast

Shower tile makes your bathroom awesome.

Do you know what's more important than the tile? 

The waterproofing behind it. 

Deborah's question about shower tile leads to a great conversation about how to get a shower that lasts decades.

Today's Quick Tip is talks about my favorite tool for removing and installing sink faucets.

Submit your question like Deborah did by visiting www.homerepairtutor.com/podcast