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Jon's Fixit Database

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There are thousands of pages of questions and answers here and people look things up differently, so we have developed four access doors to this encyclopedia with more coming in the near future.

OVERVIEW -- here Jon deals with the overview of frequently asked questions.

THE LATEST INFORMATION -- is where new database entries are listed by date.

MYSTERY -- deals with the stranger sides of home improvement.

KEYWORDS -- Below is a dropdown list of keywords that will give you access to the full database. Choosing a Keyword will lead you to a list of related database entries as well as further keyword refinement to narrow in on your specific question.

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Because of public demand for useful details, Jon Eakes concentrates on those details and leaves full scale projects to others. The encyclopedia you find here was originally built on question and answers aired on HGTV Canada and the DIY Network in the US over 8 years of Home Improvement shows with Jon Eakes, questions and answers from Jon's professional articles in the Canadian Home Builder's Magazine as well as a constant flow of e-mails. As he comes across questions not addressed already, he modifies or adds to this encyclopedia so it not only grows but perfects with time.

As soon as we have finished with a reorganization of the database, we will open up the e-mail accounts so you can participate in keeping this the most useful home improvement encyclopedia on the web. Most answers here are neither country nor code based; helping to answer questions and solve problems throughout North America.

SAFETY for both you and your house must always be on your mind when undertaking renovations or repairs. The short answers in this database cannot always list all precautions. SAFETY REMAINS YOUR OWN RESPONSIBILITY. As a general rule, if you feel unsure about anything, or do not have the necessary equipment to undertake a task safely; obtain equipment, help or contract the job with a professional. Click here for a most interesting story about avoiding accidents.