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Easy Repairs for Common Household Emergencies

Life is full of surprises—and not all of them are good. Whether you have an overflowing toilet or flooded basement, there’s no need to panic. “With a little know-how, you can prevent small home emergencies from becoming big ones,” says Jodi Marks, home repair expert and author of Fix It in a Flash. “And many situations require only basic tools found at any hardware store.” Here’s how to handle common home emergencies as well as prevent potential disasters.

Always good to know what to do in these situations as they usually happen in the middle of the night when you can’t call anyone for help!