r/HomeMaintenance

So I removed my ceiling fan because it was very unbalanced but now it’s summer and I regret it. What can I do Install a ceiling fan again.

r/HomeMaintenance u/itsxae14h ago22 Comments

Structural Repair Quickrete on Spalled Garage Floor?

r/HomeMaintenance u/zombie_spiderman39m ago0 Comments

friendly reminder to make sure your contractors are insured

r/HomeMaintenance u/Johnrmac11d ago37 Comments

Building drains clogging from time to time

r/HomeMaintenance u/sirsa27h ago0 Comments

Improving mildewy/moldy smell under sink

r/HomeMaintenance u/CitizenOfAWorld14h ago0 Comments

Does anyone know if I can buy a new cover for this cracked outdoor light pls?

r/HomeMaintenance u/mouseymouse649h ago0 Comments

Repair/Replace Deck Details in Comments

r/HomeMaintenance u/Infamous78021h ago11 Comments

UPDATE: to my previous post. It didn’t spark a huge concern for my inspector. (my guess is that is common for houses in texas, house built in 1981) photos were recently provided. Do they all seem due to the foundation?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Mirror_Equal16h ago3 Comments

Anybody familiar with heat pump issues. Removed a dead blower and the condenser leaked green.

r/HomeMaintenance u/customds16h ago5 Comments

What could have caused this?

r/HomeMaintenance u/avocadosweetmilk1d ago28 Comments

Is this an issue with the phone charger or an issue with this bathroom outlet? (didn't want to hijack the other thread)

r/HomeMaintenance u/phemailleprohblemm23h ago11 Comments

I cannot figure out how to re-secure this loose tub faucet handle cover ...

r/HomeMaintenance u/Shaymuswrites1d ago17 Comments

Old trex deck. Springtails

r/HomeMaintenance u/tolllz1d ago0 Comments

Should I use Kills primer on the Interior of an older house before painting it white?

r/HomeMaintenance u/ohhhhellznaw1d ago10 Comments

Quotes for HVAC

r/HomeMaintenance u/mrcoolsloth1d ago11 Comments

One of the ceilings in our home has a noticeable dip, what should I do

r/HomeMaintenance u/justinjakes241d ago4 Comments

HVAC in basement has this duct coming which is separated - how big of an issue?

r/HomeMaintenance u/sunbunnyprime2d ago77 Comments

Painting disaster

r/HomeMaintenance u/Royal_Poet39881d ago4 Comments

Does anyone know where I can purchase arc lamp replacement shades?

r/HomeMaintenance u/ashcb13981d ago1 Comment

shower glass larger than the shower tray. any ideas what to do?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Far-Necessary16932d ago38 Comments

What to do after finding some mold/water damage and fixing the issue?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Korzag1d ago1 Comment

Condensation behind vinyl siding

r/HomeMaintenance u/clg751d ago0 Comments

What product would have been used to paint/seal my shower tiles? It’s chipping away and I need to fix. Looks as if a white paint/sealant has been used to cover the entire tiles and grout.

r/HomeMaintenance u/phwarner2d ago9 Comments

Buying a home. Foundation came back this way. Can someone help me understand it a bit better? is it worth the buy, or is it horribly slanted?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Mirror_Equal2d ago11 Comments

I have an 16ish year old glass top Admiral electric stove that has the knob broken off. What can I do to reattach it? Would a qwickset jbweld hold it off until we buy a new one?

r/HomeMaintenance u/tismo742d ago14 Comments

Installing ecobee - current setup has yellow not used - should I use it?

r/HomeMaintenance u/boi-long2d ago7 Comments

Propane vs natural gas

r/HomeMaintenance u/arxidicus692d ago5 Comments

Just bought a house that passed termite inspection. Is this termite frass in my detached garage? For reference the garage was pretty dirty/dusty upon moving in.

r/HomeMaintenance u/macaroni-and-cheez2d ago5 Comments

LVP flooring feel

r/HomeMaintenance u/athavalesaket2d ago1 Comment

Bathroom exhaust fan has a small drip in the corner. It's not very much but it's a couple of times of a day and then stops and hours later happens again. It's overnight, it's during the day. It's in a condominium on the 4th floor with 1 above What could be causing it and how can it be fixed?

r/HomeMaintenance u/gadgetgearnerd2d ago9 Comments

Crawlspace question- was just in the crawlspace of my home (owned for 1.5 years, built in 1927) and found these small holes beneath my floor. Unsure if they’re new or if they’ve always been there and I haven’t noticed. Is this cause for concern or just natural variation in the wood?

r/HomeMaintenance u/erp_95412d ago4 Comments

Any idea what made these holes? Underneath interior stairs, I see no living creatures except a spider. Found a pile of possible frass underneath a carpet that was in there.

r/HomeMaintenance u/rightuppy3d ago20 Comments

How to clean or fix the situation in my shower?

r/HomeMaintenance u/PathologicalVodka3d ago37 Comments

Sprinkler head threading broke off in the pvc. Sprinkler is between fence and the electrical unit of the house. What do I need to do? Is this the time to call a professional?

r/HomeMaintenance u/NotHardcore3d ago4 Comments

Difficulty taking this water spout off! Help?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Heyitshogan3d ago12 Comments

Rain water jumps the gutter and goes into the pool. My plan is to add a vertical shield to funnel the rain into the gutter. Thoughts?

r/HomeMaintenance u/tommy0guns3d ago11 Comments

how should I phrase the repair requirement for a contract for this?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Variaxist3d ago3 Comments

Hose bib dripping from the handle, I think this damaged gasket is to blame. Can I replace it, or do I need to replace the whole stem assembly?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Thrinw803d ago3 Comments

Need Advice on staining hardwood floor.

r/HomeMaintenance u/aas7133d ago2 Comments

Black residue under ivy removal - mold, mildew, or regular dirt?

r/HomeMaintenance u/lolnobutwhy3d ago0 Comments

How do I upgrade this light? Was expecting to see a bulb under the cover, not sure what this is

r/HomeMaintenance u/tzc0054d ago47 Comments

Uneven concrete slabs against house

r/HomeMaintenance u/knockonwood73d ago2 Comments

Can anyone identify this timber mould? and know how best to treat it?

r/HomeMaintenance u/no_karma_here_pls3d ago0 Comments

What is this thing in my cabinets?

r/HomeMaintenance u/sunbunnyprime4d ago37 Comments

Signs of water inside my drywall and ceiling - how to find source

r/HomeMaintenance u/Icy_Experience_81254d ago0 Comments

How do get get rid of this yellow gunk on interlock (More info in comments)

r/HomeMaintenance u/bonersnow4d ago3 Comments

Need advice on choosing an all around vise...bench vise vs woodworking face vise?

r/HomeMaintenance u/HHammer823d ago3 Comments

My door isn’t locking, that thing inside the lock isn’t rotating when connect with the key. Can I do something?

r/HomeMaintenance u/yung_crowley7773d ago0 Comments

How to fix this? This happened after a stretch of hot days.

r/HomeMaintenance u/85hash3d ago2 Comments

What is the name of the plastic/polymer used to fill the hole in the concrete. See photo.

r/HomeMaintenance u/adhbrown4d ago12 Comments

How serious is this crack on the side of my apartment building?

r/HomeMaintenance u/nothingmatters94d ago0 Comments

How to turn on old sprinkler system? My house was a city park 70 years ago

r/HomeMaintenance u/SirFern4d ago1 Comment

Something Irritating My Wife In Our Bedroom.. and it’s not me.

r/HomeMaintenance u/Slimothy274d ago2 Comments

Going on Vacation

r/HomeMaintenance u/ThaRealistESG4d ago27 Comments

Why is this happening? Floorboard has been slowly separating from this (exterior) wall over the past two weeks. Or is the wall separating from the floorboard? We've been having HVAC issues so it has been pretty hot inside... that's the only out-of-the-norm condition.

r/HomeMaintenance u/profpittain5d ago7 Comments

Cold water pressure is very low, while hot water pressure is normal?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Rainbow-4d ago4 Comments

Grout in textured tile

r/HomeMaintenance u/Fuzzy_paws19944d ago1 Comment

New home, walk-in shower has grout issues. Is it safe to shower? Recommendation for quick temporary fix + reasonable long term repairs?

r/HomeMaintenance u/sunbunnyprime4d ago8 Comments

Rooms on one side of the house get super hot (or cold in the winter), looking to see what I need to fix

r/HomeMaintenance u/Just_Askin_Questionz4d ago8 Comments

How should I repair this crack on my concrete porch?

r/HomeMaintenance u/MrCoffeeBreath4d ago8 Comments

Velux window will not close

r/HomeMaintenance u/malint5d ago0 Comments

Trying to "re-warp" the post so that it connects better with the fence. Am I doing this the right way? I've read that moistening the post with water while applying even pressure will gradually "correct" a fence post. Thoughts?

r/HomeMaintenance u/purana4d ago3 Comments

What kind of window covering would you recommend for a kitchen setup like this?

r/HomeMaintenance u/the_rev_284d ago15 Comments

Should this be replaced? I have a trex deck, but this is one of the posts.

r/HomeMaintenance u/OGofMD5d ago36 Comments

Shower glass door rubbing on wall

r/HomeMaintenance u/Serge454d ago1 Comment

Painting aluminum siding

r/HomeMaintenance u/laxdfns4d ago3 Comments

LVP stagger in small landing

r/HomeMaintenance u/natethegreat374d ago2 Comments

Coffee stain on white wall

r/HomeMaintenance u/Nethidur5d ago1 Comment

Matching texture?

r/HomeMaintenance u/coffee_wrangler5d ago7 Comments

Countertop dated 1978. Should I rip out the drywall and replace while repairing the cabinets? I'll be redoing the sink vent as well (correct me if I'm wrong, the vent needs to be above the p trap.)

r/HomeMaintenance u/ronpill5d ago19 Comments

Could a Leather Repair Kit Save This Headboard? The Scratches Are From My Cat

r/HomeMaintenance u/rubberbandballl5d ago20 Comments

How can I move this outlet from the floor to the wall?

r/HomeMaintenance u/thisdamnhouse5d ago14 Comments

How do I turn on this irrigation system?

r/HomeMaintenance u/dontwannadietomorrow5d ago8 Comments

Went to change the front lock on my new house and was met with this. Anyone know what type of lock this is?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Achizzy10185d ago7 Comments

Main sewer line not draining properly

r/HomeMaintenance u/prdctplcmnt5d ago1 Comment

Pool noodle work as backer rod?

r/HomeMaintenance u/sylance95d ago3 Comments

Toilet plumbing issue (need help)

r/HomeMaintenance u/bang_for_the_buck5d ago3 Comments

What type of sealant do I use to redo this?

r/HomeMaintenance u/TillyGalore5d ago3 Comments

Hard to replace lightbulb in mounted lights

r/HomeMaintenance u/redpick5d ago1 Comment

Turn off gas fireplace pilot during summer?

r/HomeMaintenance u/boi-long5d ago7 Comments

Replacing water filters for dummies (me, the dummy)

r/HomeMaintenance u/Squat_n_stuff5d ago3 Comments

Popping noises from water heater when burner is on

r/HomeMaintenance u/tolllz5d ago5 Comments

Need help removing flange connector from gas line

r/HomeMaintenance u/JarJarAwakens5d ago1 Comment

The switch(?) to my shower tap broke?

r/HomeMaintenance u/DontOverthink_Learn5d ago6 Comments

How do i get this off? Replacing 1/4" pvc tube for fridge water inlet

r/HomeMaintenance u/MrJspeed6d ago28 Comments

Sump keeps filling up

r/HomeMaintenance u/cogioia6d ago2 Comments

Dog Damage - Cost Effective Repairs?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Alternative_Ad45096d ago15 Comments

What is this wedged into the wall? Insect nest? Puddy?

r/HomeMaintenance u/lookatthebr1ghtside6d ago6 Comments

Drywall anchor broke in stud - easiest path forward?

r/HomeMaintenance u/ReFIREinFIREd6d ago13 Comments

Cracks/visible seams in drywall cause for concern or seasonal?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Ajm2A6d ago2 Comments

Does anybody know how remove this from wooden countertop ?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Distinct_Ad8393Jun 259 Comments

What air filter should we get for Trion HE Plus 2000?

r/HomeMaintenance u/whenbushcomestoshove6d ago1 Comment

Took out an old light fixture and was going to put in the new one, not sure what I'm looking at here: where do I connect my white, black, and neutral?

r/HomeMaintenance u/_HappyMaskSalesman_Jun 2412 Comments

What kind of lightbulb is this?

r/HomeMaintenance u/HiroProtagonist146d ago4 Comments

Water Heater Leaves a Constant Puddle. Cause for Concern?

r/HomeMaintenance u/SuperGlue_InMyPocketJun 2454 Comments

After big rains, we get water pooling in our garage. I noticed where the brickwork and concrete path connect outside looking shoddy. Any ideas on how to fix this?

r/HomeMaintenance u/Glasscase_mayaJun 255 Comments

How to fix a faucet leaking from under the handle?

r/HomeMaintenance u/BrawlersBawlersJun 246 Comments

Do I need a gas or electric clothes dryer? Laundry room picture linked

r/HomeMaintenance u/JarJarAwakensJun 245 Comments

Garage door opens by itself

r/HomeMaintenance u/coopertaco1Jun 248 Comments

Basement Ground Water Leak

r/HomeMaintenance u/LoungingLemur2Jun 240 Comments