How To Unclog A Sink That Won't Respond To Drano

Sometimes, a backed-up sink is too big of a job for a bottle of Drano. To clear the clog, you have to get your hands dirty. But what do you do?  This quick, 2-minute video from Lowe's is an excellent tutorial.

The video starts with basic safety preparation, then shows you how to:

1. How to identify the J-trap beneath your sink
2. Position a plastic bucket to catch water run-off
3. Use your finger to clear out debris
4. Replace the J-trap beneath the sink

Unclogging a sink can be simple homeowner project, but if you're uncomfortable working with plumbing or just want to outsource, be sure to call a professional.

How To Install A Ceiling Fan In Your Home

Up to 50% of your home's energy bill can be tied to heating and cooling costs.  Thankfully, it's easy to lower those bills. The addition of a ceiling fan can cut your household energy bills dramatically.

Plus, the installation may be simpler than you think.

In this 4-minute video from the Lowe's YouTube collection, you'll learn how to measure, mount and install a ceiling fan, step-by-step:

1. Choose the right-sized fan for your room based on its "longest wall"
2. Cut the power to your room, and test that the power is off
3. Assemble a ceiling fan
4. Secure a ceiling fan motor to the ceiling
5. Restore power to the room

If you're uncomfortable around electricity, or feel the video's instructions are "too complicated", by all means, call an electrician. The money you spend on installation will be dwarfed by what you save in energy bills.

For an electrician referral in Cave Creek , reach out to me anytime by phone or email. I am happy to help you.

How To Use A Fire Extinguisher In Your Home

In 2006, in the U.S., a person died in an in-home fire every 2 hours, 42 minutes, on average; someone was injured every 32 minutes. Nearly $7 billion of property damage was caused.

In this 2-minute video from Lowe's, you'll get a basic education on fire extinguishers:

• How to pick the right fire extinguisher for the right job
• Where to place fire extinguishers in a home
• How to use the "PASS" technique on a fire

Keeping your household safe from fire requires preparation, and part of that preparation is keeping fire extinguishers on-hand, and ready for use.  Fire deaths are preventable -- make sure your home is properly equipped.