Home Repair

Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree's leisurely summer dreams involve rebuilding the front porch of her Maine fixer-upper and shingling the leaky tool shed out back. That's why she's hired the avenging angel of household hygiene, Bella Diamond, to keep her house--and her teenage son Sam--in tip-top shape. But when Bella confides in Jake that she's been receiving death threats, Jake has two choices: find out who is frightening the hapless housekeeper--or risk losing her.

Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this piercing work distills 3,000 years of the history of power into 48 well-explicated laws. This bold volume outlines the laws of power in their unvarnished essence, synthesizing the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, Carl von Clausewitz, and other infamous strategists. The 48 Laws of Power will fascinate any listener interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control.

Introducing the ultimate guide to fixing just about anything in your home or vehicle, Fix It Like A Pro! This comprehensive eBook covers everything from the basics of troubleshooting techniques to identifying mechanical and electrical parts, understanding HVAC systems and even repairing computers and devices. In chapter one, The Basics of Fixing Anything, you'll learn the foundation for successful fixes. Get to know the essential equipment for fixing in chapter two before diving deeper into troubleshooting techniques in chapter three. Chapters four through seven cover specific systems such ...

Jake Tiptree has a problem. A coven of self-styled witches has taken over her Eastport, Maine, waterfront rental property for Halloween - and their repair requests are annoyingly frequent. But while Jake is normally game to take on any fixer-upper challenge, she'd rather be tackling her own needed repairs on her 1823 Federal-style home. Until, that is, preacher Gene Dibble turns up dead - and the whole town is convinced that Jake and her tenants are up to sorcery and skullduggery.

"Attention all homeowners! Are you tired of paying exorbitant amounts for emergency home repairs? Are you ready to take matters into your own hands? Look no further than the Emergency Home Improvement Guide! This comprehensive eBook is the ultimate go-to resource for any DIY home improvement and repair project. With 20 informative chapters, this guide covers everything from basic maintenance and repair tools to more advanced projects like replacing broken windows or upgrading your home security. Chapter 1 starts with the basics, teaching you how to identify and utilize essential tools for ...

Chemist Elizabeth Zott is not your average woman. In fact, Elizabeth Zott would be the first to point out that there is no such thing as an average woman. But it’s the early 1960s and her all-male team at Hastings Research Institute takes a very unscientific view of equality. Except for one: Calvin Evans; the lonely, brilliant, Nobel–prize nominated grudge-holder who falls in love with—of all things—her mind. True chemistry results.

The Mobile and Manufactured Home Encyclopedia is an alphabetical listing of questions and answers covering a variety of topics from decorating and storage to insurance, mortgages, and repairs. It is a two-volume set. Volume 1 covers subjects from A-to-L Volume 2 covers subjects from M-to-Z

Jacobia Tiptree saved her sanity - and her son, Sam - the day she abandoned Wall Street for the seacoast village of Eastport, Maine. In her new home, a charmingly dilapidated fixer-upper, she looks forward to repairing old radiators and restoring antique shutters for years to come. But Jake's hopes of serenity are dashed when tiny Eastport erupts in a crime wave. Hometown bad boy Kenny Mumford - old flame of Jake's best friend and fellow sleuth, Ellie White - is the first victim.

Jacobia "Jake" Tiptree is deep in her latest home improvement project when she notices the man repeatedly biking past her house. His face is unsettlingly familiar, but his chilling message seems inexplicable: Blood shows up again. Murder will out. Back in her days as a hotshot financial manager she did business with plenty of shady characters, but she's still baffled as to the identity of her nemesis - until she receives a photo of a murdered man. Now Jake knows what she's up against.

Batteries come in various types, each designed to serve specific purposes and applications. The most common types include lead-acid, nickel-cadmium (NiCd), nickel-metal hydride (NiMH), and lithium-ion batteries. Lead-acid batteries are widely used in vehicles and for backup power systems. They are known for their reliability and low cost but have a limited lifespan and require regular maintenance. NiCd batteries are often found in power tools and older electronic devices. They are durable and can handle deep discharges, but they suffer from memory effect, which can reduce their overall ...

When you lose a pet, you lose a family member. It takes a piece of your heart you cannot get back. Experiencing this type of loss can feel incredibly isolating. That is why I am here for you. Together, we will get you through this tough time, heal your grief, and help you find the peace you are longing for. Repairing the Heartbreak of Pet Loss Grief teaches you to understand your grief, prepares you for the journey of self-discovery, helps you face your grief head-on and do what your pet would want you to do—go back to living with love and happiness in your heart.

Managing Home Maintenance and Repairs: $3 Solutions to Big Problems – The Homeowner’s Handbook to Organization and Upkeep Edition Feeling overwhelmed by home maintenance and repairs? Managing Home Maintenance and Repairs by Steve McChesney is your step-by-step guide to keeping your home running smoothly and stress-free. Whether you’re a new homeowner or a seasoned pro, this eBook is packed with practical advice and actionable tips to make home care manageable—and even enjoyable. Inside, you’ll discover: How to create a home maintenance calendar to stay organized year-round. ...

As an epic nor'easter bears down on the idyllic island town of Eastport, Maine, Jacobia Tiptree hurries to prepare her antique house for the big blow, while the town battles to evacuate tourists and save the beloved 200-year-old Seaman's Church steeple, threatened by the storm. But when a local teen beauty-pageant winner from a troubled family is found murdered in the steeple's bell tower and Jake's son Sam's visiting childhood friend comes under scrutiny as a suspect, the resulting storm of gossip and suspicion rivals anything the Atlantic could brew up.

>Driving deep into the woods to her husband's cottage with her best friend in tow, Jake knows she has a challenging week ahead of her. Aside from saying good-bye to paved roads and indoor plumbing, Jake bet her husband that she could finish building the cottage porch in only a few days. But as they set to work, they soon realize that they're not alone. Recently escaped from prison and having fled into the woods, Dewey Hooper recognizes Jake the instant he sees her. Her testimony got him sent away for murder years ago and here he can finally exact his revenge.

With an easy-to-understand approach, Cost Estimation: Methods and Tools provides comprehensive coverage of the quantitative techniques needed by professional cost estimators and for those wanting to learn about this vibrant career field. Featuring the underlying mathematical and analytical principles of cost estimation, the book focuses on the tools and methods used to predict the research and development, production, and operating and support costs for successful cost estimation in industrial, business, and manufacturing processes.

In DIY Home Repairs: Essential Tips and Tricks for Men and Women, we have organized the content in a hierarchical manner to ensure a smooth learning experience for our listeners. Each subchapter is carefully numbered to guide you through the various topics covered in this comprehensive guide. Whether you are a man, a woman, a repairman, or simply an adult looking to enhance your DIY skills, this book is tailored to meet your needs. We understand that home repairs can be overwhelming, but with the right knowledge and guidance, anyone can tackle these tasks like a pro.

This is the fifth book in our Home Solutions series. We will be covering a wide range of home improvement topics in each book. This book is a great reference book to the topics we covered in our podcast. Whether you are a new home owner, have owned a home for years or just love home repair topics, these books will give you an in-depth explanation and help you maintain and fix projects around your home. We give our recommendations for products we like, top-rated companies, and items every homeowner should have in their tool bag. You will learn routines that you should do every year, plus we ...

Discover how to come up with an accurate repair estimate for a fixer-upper property quickly. If you want to be able to quickly and easily come up with a repair estimate any fixer-upper property, then this guide will show you step by step how to do just that. In How to Estimate Repair Costs on a Rehab, I've taken everything I’ve learned and used in the real estate business when it comes to estimating repairs and broken them down so you can use the findings to your advantage.

Are you proficient in fixing appliances and eager to transform that skill into a profitable business? How to Start a Home-Based Appliance Repair Business is your ultimate guide to launching a successful repair service right from your home. Whether you're an experienced technician or an ambitious self-starter, this guide will help you navigate every aspect of building, managing, and expanding your repair business.

The Best and Most Effective Passive Income Ideas That Will Help You Reach Financial Independence Are you looking for ways to make money from home? Do you want to find the best work-from-home business ideas to build passive income? Passive income is one of the best ways to make money. It’s a great way to have residual income that comes in month after month, without having to do any extra work. In this book, find the best work-from-home business ideas that will help you build passive income and quit your 9-5. It's perfect for anyone beginners looking to who wants to start making money ...