Helpful Tips for Your Cuenca Home
A full list of all my helpful tips and insights for home maintenance and repair.
Washing Machine Drain Hose Issues: Troubleshooting for Cuenca Expats
Learn to fix a washing machine drain hose backing up or siphoning. This guide offers practical solutions for expats in Cuenca, covering clogs, kinks, and siphon
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How to Clear Clogged Laundry Room and Balcony Floor Drains in Cuenca
Learn to unclog laundry room and balcony floor drains in Cuenca, Ecuador. This guide covers tools, step-by-step methods, and local tips for hard water.
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How to Install a Shower Drain Hair Catcher: Prevent Clogs Easily
Learn how to install a shower drain hair catcher to prevent clogs caused by hair and hard water buildup. A simple DIY guide for homeowners.
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Clear a Partial Bathroom Sink Clog with a Drain Stick or Zip Tie
Learn how to easily clear a partial bathroom sink clog caused by hair and soap scum using simple tools like a drain stick or a modified zip tie. This guide incl
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How to Clear a Double-Basin Kitchen Sink Clog in Cuenca
A comprehensive guide to clearing stubborn clogs in double-basin kitchen sinks, with Cuenca-specific tips on hard water, sarro, and local resources.
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How to Clear a Stubborn Sink Blockage with a Hand Auger in Cuenca
Learn to effectively clear stubborn sink clogs in Cuenca using a hand auger (drain snake). This guide covers tools, step-by-step instructions, and Cuenca-specif
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How to Unclog a Sink in Cuenca: A Plunger Guide
Learn how to effectively unclog your Cuenca sink using a plunger. This guide covers preparation, technique, and Cuenca-specific tips for hard water and sarro.
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Advanced: Tracing the wire path (line vs
Advanced: Tracing the wire path (line vs. load) to stop a GFCI trip that kills other outlets.
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Automate Cuenca Exterior Lights: Plug-In Timers vs. Smart Bulbs
Learn how to automate your Cuenca exterior lights with plug-in timers or smart bulbs. Compare installation, pros, cons, and Cuenca-specific tips for a secure &
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Breaker Trips: Overload vs. Short Circuit - Diagnose the Cause
Learn to differentiate between electrical overloads and dangerous short circuits in your home. A step-by-step guide for expats in Cuenca to diagnose tripped cir
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Calculating Max Safe Load for a 15-Amp Circuit in Older Cuenca Apartments
Learn how to safely calculate the maximum wattage for a 15-amp circuit in older Cuenca apartments, considering voltage and continuous load limits.
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Ceiling Fan Hum but No Spin? How to Diagnose a Failed Capacitor
Learn how to diagnose and potentially fix a common ceiling fan problem: the motor hums but the blades won't spin. This guide focuses on identifying a failed cap
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