‘How-To’ Videos - Bering Straits Regional Housing Authority

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Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Wall/ceiling > ‘How-To’ Videos

Patch hole in the sheetrock with sheetrock
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Wall/ceiling > ‘How-To’ Videos

Patch hole in sheetrock with a patch
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Flooring > ‘How-To’ Videos

Floor tile damaged
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Flooring > ‘How-To’ Videos

Vinyl Flooring Seams Coming Apart
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Baseboards > ‘How-To’ Videos

Baseboard heater damaged / covers falling off
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Window Hardware > ‘How-To’ Videos

Window will not open / close
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Window Hardware > ‘How-To’ Videos

Window Drafty
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Window Glass > ‘How-To’ Videos

Thermopane / double pane window seals blown (window foggy inside)
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Window Glass > ‘How-To’ Videos

One pane broken
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Window Glass > ‘How-To’ Videos

Two panes broken / boarded up
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Electrical Switches > ‘How-To’ Videos

Switch plate cover missing
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Electrical Switches > ‘How-To’ Videos

Troubleshoot light switch not working
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Electrical Switches > ‘How-To’ Videos

Replace non-working light switch
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Electrical Outlets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Outlets not working
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Electrical Outlets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Safety hazard / sparking sound
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Light Fixtures > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fluorescent light fixture with ballasts (uncommon)
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Light Fixtures > ‘How-To’ Videos

Replace light bulbs
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Light Fixtures > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fixture not working
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Smoke Detector > ‘How-To’ Videos

Replace Batteries
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Smoke Detector > ‘How-To’ Videos

Will not stop beeping even after battery is changed
Common Items (common issues throughout the home) > Smoke Detector > ‘How-To’ Videos

Goes off all the time
Interior Home > Kitchen > Electrical Outlets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Kitchen GFCI Outlets not working
Interior Home > Kitchen > Cabinets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Cabinet doors damaged or fallen off
Interior Home > Kitchen > Cabinets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Drawer fronts missing
Interior Home > Kitchen > Cabinets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Water damage under the sink
Interior Home > Kitchen > Cabinets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Laminate countertop damaged
Interior Home > Kitchen > Oven > ‘How-To’ Videos

Oven burners not working (blown elements)
Interior Home > Kitchen > Oven > ‘How-To’ Videos

Oven not working (blown element)
Interior Home > Kitchen > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Faucet not working
Interior Home > Kitchen > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Sprayer not working
Interior Home > Kitchen > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Drain clogged
Interior Home > Kitchen > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Plumbing under the sink clogged
Interior Home > Kitchen > Range Hood Fan > ‘How-To’ Videos

Range Hood Fan Not working
Interior Home > Kitchen > Range Hood Fan > ‘How-To’ Videos

Range Hood Fan Noisy
Interior Home > Living Room > Backup Heater / Woodstove > ‘How-To’ Videos

Backup Heater or Woodstove Not working
Interior Home > Living Room > Backup Heater / Woodstove > ‘How-To’ Videos

Backup Heater or Woodstove Not Venting Properly
Interior Home > Living Room > Thermostat > ‘How-To’ Videos

Heat will not turn on
Interior Home > Living Room > Thermostat > ‘How-To’ Videos

Heat will not turn off
Interior Home > Interior Hallway, Stairs, Railings > ‘How-To’ Videos

Hallway Stairs / Railings (Diomede Only) loose or shaking
Interior Home > Interior Hallway, Stairs, Railings > ‘How-To’ Videos

Stairs / Railings (Diomede Only) scratches
Interior Home > Bathroom > Door/Hardware > ‘How-To’ Videos

Doorknob / latch not working
Interior Home > Bathroom > Door/Hardware > ‘How-To’ Videos

Door falling off
Interior Home > Bathroom > Toilet > ‘How-To’ Videos

Toilet runs all the time
Interior Home > Bathroom > Toilet > ‘How-To’ Videos

Leaking causing floor damage
Interior Home > Bathroom > Toilet > ‘How-To’ Videos

Toilet Cannot flush
Interior Home > Bathroom > Cabinet > ‘How-To’ Videos

Cabinet Door damaged / fallen off
Interior Home > Bathroom > Cabinet > ‘How-To’ Videos

Bathroom Countertop damaged
Interior Home > Bathroom > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Sink Leaking into cabinet below
Interior Home > Bathroom > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Sink Drain will not shut
Interior Home > Bathroom > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Sink Faucet leaking / not working
Interior Home > Bathroom > Sink & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Plumbing under the sink is leaking
Interior Home > Bathroom > Medicine Cabinet & Mirror > ‘How-To’ Videos

Medicine Cabinet Door fell off hinges
Interior Home > Bathroom > Medicine Cabinet & Mirror > ‘How-To’ Videos

Medicine Cabinet Mirror broken
Interior Home > Bathroom > Bathtub & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Bathtub Water leaks damaging flooring
Interior Home > Bathroom > Bathtub & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Bathtub Faucet wont’ shut off
Interior Home > Bathroom > Bathtub & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Not enough flow from shower
Interior Home > Bathroom > Bathtub & Associated Plumbing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Shower will not come on
Interior Home > Bathroom > Towel Rack > ‘How-To’ Videos

Repair damaged towel rack
Interior Home > Bathroom > Towel Rack > ‘How-To’ Videos

Install new towel rack
Interior Home > Bathroom > Exhaust Fan > ‘How-To’ Videos

Exhaust Fan Will not turn on
Interior Home > Bathroom > Exhaust Fan > ‘How-To’ Videos

Exhaust Fan Extremely noisy
Interior Home > Bedrooms > ‘How-To’ Videos

Bedroom Closet rack falling down or damaged
Interior Home > Arctic Entry > Front Door > ‘How-To’ Videos

Front Door Knob / deadbolt
Interior Home > Arctic Entry > Front Door > ‘How-To’ Videos

Door Hinge Troubleshooting
Interior Home > Arctic Entry > Front Door > ‘How-To’ Videos

Door Weather Stripping
Interior Home > Arctic Entry > Front Door > ‘How-To’ Videos

Drafty Door Weatherstripping
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler Smell of exhaust
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler Smell of Fuel
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler Runs all the time
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler Will not turn on
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler Burning lots of fuel
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler Making loud noises
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Hot Water Maker > ‘How-To’ Videos

Hot water maker Water Too Hot
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Hot Water Maker > ‘How-To’ Videos

Hot water maker Water Too Cold
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Zone Valves & Thermostat > ‘How-To’ Videos

Heat not turning on in certain areas of home
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Zone Valves & Thermostat > ‘How-To’ Videos

Certain areas of home too cold
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Expansion Tank > ‘How-To’ Videos

Expansion Tank Pressure relief valve tripping
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Expansion Tank > ‘How-To’ Videos

How to test Expansion Tank Function
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Glycol Systems > ‘How-To’ Videos

Glycol pressure too high
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Glycol Systems > ‘How-To’ Videos

Baseboards are noisy (air in the system)
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Circulation Pump > ‘How-To’ Videos

When to turn on Circulation Pump
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Circulation Pump > ‘How-To’ Videos

How to Check Circulation Pump
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler Temperature & Pressure > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler getting too hot
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Boiler Temperature & Pressure > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boiler shutting off too soon
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Pressure Relief Valve > ‘How-To’ Videos

Discharging glycol pressure relief valve
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Air Vents > ‘How-To’ Videos

Air vents leaking glycol
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Lift Pump > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fuel lift pump not working (boiler will not come on)
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Aquastat Relay > ‘How-To’ Videos

Aquastat Relay makes a buzzing sound
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Aquastat Relay > ‘How-To’ Videos

Aquastat Relay: Boiler does not turn on/off as required
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > High Limit & Cutoff Switch > ‘How-To’ Videos

High Limit / Cutoff Switch: Bypassed / Safety Issue
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Heat Recovery Ventilator > ‘How-To’ Videos

What does a Heat Recovery Ventilator Do?
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Heat Recovery Ventilator > ‘How-To’ Videos

Energy Efficiency of Heat Recovery Ventilator
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Heat Recovery Ventilator > ‘How-To’ Videos

How to clean / change Heat Recovery Ventilator filter
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Heat Recovery Ventilator > ‘How-To’ Videos

How to adjust the Heat Recovery Ventilator wall sensor
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Heat Recovery Ventilator > ‘How-To’ Videos

Heat Recovery Ventilator bringing cold air into the house
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > Fuel Storage Tank & Lines > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fuel line inspection
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > For Homes Without Municipal Water & Sewer > ‘How-To’ Videos

Water Pump & Tank inspection
Interior Home > Mechanical Room > For Homes Without Municipal Water & Sewer > ‘How-To’ Videos

Sewer Holding Tank inspection
Exterior of Home > Porches & Railings > ‘How-To’ Videos

Stair treads or porch stiles missing (hazardous condition)
Exterior of Home > Porches & Railings > ‘How-To’ Videos

Steps or porch are out of level (caused by settling or erosion)
Exterior of Home > Exterior Lighting (Porch Lights) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Burned Out Light Bulbs
Exterior of Home > Exterior Lighting (Porch Lights) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fixture damaged / inoperable
Exterior of Home > Exterior Lighting (Porch Lights) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Exposed Electrical Wiring
Exterior of Home > Exterior Lighting (Porch Lights) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Missing Light Lens Covers
Exterior of Home > Exterior GFCI Outlets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Exterior fixtures not working (how to reset a GFCI outlet)
Exterior of Home > Exterior GFCI Outlets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Missing GFCI outlet covers
Exterior of Home > Exterior GFCI Outlets > ‘How-To’ Videos

Exterior outlet box hanging from side of home (exposed wires)
Exterior of Home > Foundation Out of Level > ‘How-To’ Videos

Consequences of melting permafrost on home level
Exterior of Home > Foundation Out of Level > ‘How-To’ Videos

How to level your home
Exterior of Home > Foundation Out of Level > ‘How-To’ Videos

Causes of Foundational Rust
Exterior of Home > Erosion & Foundation Damage > ‘How-To’ Videos

Water from roof eroding around home
Exterior of Home > Erosion & Foundation Damage > ‘How-To’ Videos

Soil washed / blown away
Exterior of Home > Electrical Ground Rods > ‘How-To’ Videos

Correct ground rod installation and connection
Exterior of Home > Electrical Ground Rods > ‘How-To’ Videos

Broken or Rusted Ground Rods
Exterior of Home > Electrical Ground Rods > ‘How-To’ Videos

Corroded Ground Rod Clamps
Exterior of Home > Electrical Meter Base & Mast > ‘How-To’ Videos

What is an open neutral or open leg?
Exterior of Home > Electrical Meter Base & Mast > ‘How-To’ Videos

Overloaded Electrical Circuits Tripping Breakers
Exterior of Home > Electrical Meter Base & Mast > ‘How-To’ Videos

Corroded Electrical Enclosures
Exterior of Home > Electrical Meter Base & Mast > ‘How-To’ Videos

Broken Weatherheads and Missing Covers
Exterior of Home > Chimneys & Chimney Braces > ‘How-To’ Videos

Chimney Fallen over after high winds
Exterior of Home > Chimneys & Chimney Braces > ‘How-To’ Videos

Chimney cap missing
Exterior of Home > Roofing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Water leaks inside the home
Exterior of Home > Roofing > ‘How-To’ Videos

Parts of the roof loose or blown off
Exterior of Home > Walls & Siding > ‘How-To’ Videos

Wall Siding damaged / pieces missing
Exterior of Home > Eaves & Soffits > ‘How-To’ Videos

Air leaks into attic (soffit vents)
Exterior of Home > Rain Gutters > ‘How-To’ Videos

Down spouts missing / damaged
Exterior of Home > Arctic Boxes & Utilidors > ‘How-To’ Videos

Arctic Box / Utilidor Falling off the side of the home
Exterior of Home > Arctic Boxes & Utilidors > ‘How-To’ Videos

Arctic Box / Utilidor Damaged insulation
Health & Safety > Bed Bugs & Other Pests Detected > ‘How-To’ Videos

Mice and rodent detected in walls and attic
Health & Safety > Bed Bugs & Other Pests Detected > ‘How-To’ Videos

Birds detected in eaves and attic
Health & Safety > Bed Bugs & Other Pests Detected > ‘How-To’ Videos

Bedbugs detected in bed and carpet
Health & Safety > Bed Bugs & Other Pests Detected > ‘How-To’ Videos

Other pest insects detected
Health & Safety > Municipal Water & Sewer > ‘How-To’ Videos

Water testing for lead
Health & Safety > Municipal Water & Sewer > ‘How-To’ Videos

Boil Water Advisories Due to Bacteria Risks
Health & Safety > Municipal Water & Sewer > ‘How-To’ Videos

Sewer Odors
Health & Safety > Municipal Water & Sewer > ‘How-To’ Videos

Black water or grey water leaks detected
Health & Safety > Municipal Water & Sewer > ‘How-To’ Videos

Flooding or Leaks From Broken Underground Pipes
Health & Safety > Electric Power > ‘How-To’ Videos

Portions of the home blacked out
Health & Safety > Electric Power > ‘How-To’ Videos

Lighting only works with stove turned on
Health & Safety > Electrical Wiring > ‘How-To’ Videos

Sparks or burning electrical smells
Health & Safety > Electrical Wiring > ‘How-To’ Videos

Exposed wires
Health & Safety > Electrical Wiring > ‘How-To’ Videos

Outlets falling off wall (exterior)
Health & Safety > Electrical Wiring > ‘How-To’ Videos

Extension cords under doors
Health & Safety > Smoke Detectors > ‘How-To’ Videos

Why you need smoke detectors
Health & Safety > Smoke Detectors > ‘How-To’ Videos

Types of smoke detectors
Health & Safety > Smoke Detectors > ‘How-To’ Videos

Smoke Detectors Go off all the time
Health & Safety > Smoke Detectors > ‘How-To’ Videos

Smoke Detector Does not function
Health & Safety > Smoke Detectors > ‘How-To’ Videos

Smoke Detector Will not stop beeping
Health & Safety > Fire Extinguisher > ‘How-To’ Videos

Install Fire Extinguisher
Health & Safety > Fire Extinguisher > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fire Extinguisher Lost its charge
Health & Safety > Heating System Safety > ‘How-To’ Videos

Carbon monoxide safety
Health & Safety > Heating System Safety > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fuel spill response
Health & Safety > Egress (Fire Escapes) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Egress Windows will not open / close
Health & Safety > Egress (Fire Escapes) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Access to window in bedroom blocked
Health & Safety > Egress (Fire Escapes) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fire escape ladders
Health & Safety > Egress (Fire Escapes) > ‘How-To’ Videos

Fire drills / practice
Preventative Home Maintenance > 3 to 6 months > ‘How-To’ Videos

Clean home walls
Preventative Home Maintenance > 3 to 6 months > ‘How-To’ Videos

Clean home baseboards
Preventative Home Maintenance > 3 to 6 months > ‘How-To’ Videos

Kitchen appliance maintenance
Preventative Home Maintenance > 6 to 12 months > ‘How-To’ Videos

Smoke alarm batteries
Preventative Home Maintenance > 6 to 12 months > ‘How-To’ Videos

Check fire extinguishers
Preventative Home Maintenance > 6 to 12 months > ‘How-To’ Videos

Test CO detectors
Preventative Home Maintenance > Annually > ‘How-To’ Videos

Annual Electrical outlets maintenance
Preventative Home Maintenance > Annually > ‘How-To’ Videos

Annual fuel filter change
Preventative Home Maintenance > Annually > ‘How-To’ Videos

Annual fuel tank clean