Reader's Digest New Fix-It-Yourself Manual: How to Repair, Clean and Maintain Anything and Everything in and around Your Home (USA Edition)

I was under the impression that this is a new edition. To my surprise it was the same book but with a new cover I've purchased many years ago.Still included how fix a computer with a CRT monitor, VCR and Cassette player...

This book is a classic, and its content does not deceive. Very easy to follow manuals, with a clear indications for diagnosis and decision on whether a professional should reach to it. I'm not a mechanically inclined person, and this book allows me to take better case of my appliances and get a sense whether is worth to spend time in a repair, or whether is time for a new one.

great book for first home buyer

Problem in this country is that we throw too much stuff away that could be used with a little repair. This book is really good with illustrations and details about repairs for a multitude of items. This is my second copy in 15 years and it worth every dollar. It will pay for itself in one year or less. You do not have to be a rocket expert to fix stuff; just jump it and try it. For example, we had a washer and the pump went out. To get a plumber or repair person would cost at least $150.00 service call; plus the cost of the pump - $50.00; plus labor and tax. Interestingly Amazon had the part for 4.99 and the book guide me through the removal and installation process. O yes! Invest in this book and save your dollars. Consider the cost of a new washer. This is a no brainer.

Succinct explanations with helpful illustrations. Go for it as it will save you money in completing a couple of lasting fixes around your home.

My son bought his first home. Bought this as a helping hand and bit of a gag gift also. His dad and I had this book when we were much younger. Of course it’s been updated (but there’s still tips on repairing a typewriter in it. Ha). It’s super easy to go to YouTube these days but still fun!