Helpful Tips for Your Cuenca Home
A full list of all my helpful tips and insights for home maintenance and repair.
Troubleshooting Refrigerator High-Pitched Hum in Cuenca
Learn how to diagnose and fix the annoying high-pitched hum from your refrigerator or freezer, with tips for expats in Cuenca.
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How to Reattach Loose Baseboards (Zocalos) to Walls in Cuenca
Learn how to fix loose or separating baseboards (zocalos) in your Cuenca home. This guide covers assessment, tools, step-by-step repair with construction adhesi
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Using caulk to seal the gap between the baseboard and the wall/floor (draft prevention)
Using caulk to seal the gap between the baseboard and the wall/floor (draft prevention).
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Detecting Water Intrusion in Your Cuenca Sótano: A Comprehensive Guide
Learn to identify water intrusion in your Cuenca sótano with this step-by-step guide. Discover signs, tools, and Cuenca-specific tips to protect your home.
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How to Wire a Bathroom Fan with Timer to Light Switch in Cuenca
Upgrade your Cuenca bathroom with a new exhaust fan wired to your light switch and a timer for efficient moisture control and comfort. Step-by-step guide.
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Troubleshooting GFCI Outlets Tripping with a Hair Dryer
Learn how to troubleshoot a GFCI outlet that trips only when using a hair dryer. Discover common causes like appliance issues, circuit overload, and moisture.
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DIY Cabinet Hardware Replacement Guide for Cuenca Residents
Learn how to replace cabinet door handles and pulls in Cuenca. This DIY guide covers choosing hardware, tools, local shopping tips, and installation steps, cons
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DIY Guide: Replacing Kitchen and Bathroom Drawer Slides in Cuenca
Learn how to replace worn-out drawer slides in Cuenca with this practical DIY guide. Covers tools, materials, step-by-step instructions, and local tips.
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Easy Cabinet Door Hinge Adjustments to Stop Frame Scrapes
Learn how to easily adjust cabinet door hinges to fix scraping or rubbing issues. This guide covers common European-style hinges and provides step-by-step instr
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How to Adjust European Cabinet Hinges to Fix Sagging Doors
Learn how to easily adjust European-style concealed cabinet hinges to fix sagging, crooked, or misaligned doors. Simple DIY steps for Cuenca homes.
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How to Re-secure a Heavy Cabinet to a Cuenca Ladrillo Wall
Learn how to safely re-secure a detached cabinet to a Cuenca ladrillo wall using heavy-duty anchors and proper techniques. Essential for expats.
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Protecting Cuenca Kitchen Cabinets with Shelf Liners: A Pro's Guide
A handyman's guide to protecting Cuenca kitchen cabinets from humidity and spills using shelf liners. Learn about types, tools, and installation.
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