" Before visiting the home center, take pictures and measurements of your existing faucet. You should stick with one that will fit the existing supply lines and predrilled holes in your countertop or sink. If your current setup includes a sprayer, you should buy one of those, too."

" If you can borrow or buy a basin wrench, it will make the job easier. You also might consider replacing your supply lines with the flexible type, and don't forget Teflon tape."

" The first step in removing your old faucet is to shut off the hot and cold supply lines to the faucet. Disconnect the supply lines from the old faucet. If you are going to replace them with the flexible type, go ahead and disconnect them at the shut-offs."

" Disconnect the old faucet from the counter or sink. This is where the basin wrench will come in handy."

" Clean the surface well before installing the new faucet. If you are replacing the supply lines, hook them to the faucet at this point, which will be easier than having to work under the sink to do it later."

" Don't forget to use Teflon tape. Put a little bit of plumber's putty under the new faucet before you push it down on the sink or countertop. Then go underneath the cabinet to secure it."

" Reconnect the supply lines using Teflon tape as added security against leaks. Use kitchen and bathtub caulk around the new faucet base to seal it."

" Question: My window screen has a long tear in it. Is there a way to patch this, or do I have to buy a replacement?"

" Answer: It might be possible to sew up the rip. Try using monofilament line to sew it closed. If this doesn't work, you can try patching it by gluing a patch in place. It might not look great, but maybe you can switch this screen to another window where it won't show as much."

" I found a simple and effective way to keep ants and wasps out of my air-conditioner unit outside. I dropped some mothballs
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