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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Annual fuel tank clean