The Best Home Repair Hacks from Your Local Repairman

Keep It Fresh

Baking soda is an essential tool to have around the house. It's versatile enough for so many cleaning jobs, specifically, it's quite handy for cleaning larger furniture pieces. Just sprinkle some baking soda all over the couch and vacuum it up to restore your couch back to its former glory.

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The More You Know

  • Movie popcorn costs more per ounce than Filet Mignon.
  • February used to be the last month of the year, which is why it has the shortest number of days.
  • Throw a few ice cubes or a wet washcloth in the dryer with your wrinkled clothes. As the ice melts and the water turns to steam, it will remove the wrinkles. This trick isn’t as effective with heavier clothing but is a miracle for lighter fabrics.
  • The speed of a computer mouse is measured in "Mickeys."
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