9 Simple Hacks to the Most Irritating Household Problems!

Last Updated on November 8, 2019

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If you aren’t handy and would rather have someone else fix your household problems, you should definitely check out these hacks; they’re super easy and will save you a lot of time and trouble.
Common household problems can be irritating and you would usually lose all your patience trying to come up with a solution. Well, not everyone is born as a natural problem solver, but there’s no need to call for help when you can easily fix the everyday annoyances yourself.

Here are effortless solutions to nine irritating household problems.

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#9 – How to fix a leaking toilet

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A leaking toilet is always annoying, plus, it could easily add on to your monthly water bill. To check if the water is leaking from the toilet’s tank into the bowl, simply get a packet of those flashy colored drink mixes, add the colored powder to the water in the tank, and wait for half an hour before checking on the water.

Also, make sure not to flush. After half an hour, if you notice that the color has leaked into the bowl, then you’ve found your leak. Now, simply replace the flapper to fix the leaking toilet!
If the flapper replacement didn’t work, then you better call a plumber.

#8 – How to fix squeaky door hinges

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A squeaky hinge can be truly maddening, fortunately, you can easily silence it once and for all by using any shortening available in your kitchen. Simply rub one tbsp.

of shortening all over the door hinge, then keep opening and closing the door for a few seconds. It’s a simple and effective fix that makes you wonder how it never came to your mind. You can also use olive oil to fix squeaky hinges.

#7 – How to remove a stripped screw

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Getting a stripped screw out can really get on your nerves, especially when you accidentally strip the head of the stubborn screw. Don’t worry, this can also be fixed by a simple rubber band.

To get the screw out, put one side of the rubber band on the screw head and remove the screw using a drill just like you usually do. The rubber adds friction to help you grab the screw with the drill, setting it free.

#6 – How to secure screws

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To ensure screw stay securely in place, apply a thick layer of nail polish over the screw head until perfectly coated. As simple as ABC!

Once the nail polish dries completely, the screws will be sealed in place. Plus, this fix can last for a pretty long time. For a professional appearance, you should better use clear nail polish instead of a colored one.

#5 – How to clean shower head

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