The Complete Idiot's Guide to Common Household Disasters

Whether it’s a basement flood, a backed-up septic tank, a fire due to faulty wiring, termites, dry rot, mold, or even tree limbs crashing into the garage during a windstorm, this is the book to help homeowners cope with, repair, and prevent household damage. In clear and concise language, it gives everyone from the novice to the veteran homeowner invaluable advice on limiting the damage and fixing the problem, and much more.

• Includes checklists and seasonal maintenance schedules
• Contains a helpful resource guide for information on safety and disaster relief
• Expert authors with decades of experience
• Helpful photos and illustrations