Gino Colucci

Home Improvement Specialist

Gino Colucci is a Home Improvement Specialist and the Owner of Crackerjacks Handyman Services (not a licensed contractor) in Chandler, Arizona. Crackerjacks Handyman Services offers an effective cost-saving solution for commercial and residential repair and maintenance needs, specializing in smaller projects. Crackerjacks Handyman Services carries liability insurance and all technicians go through a background check.

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How can I unscrew a stripped screw?

You can use pliers if the screw has a raised head. If you can't grip the head, the fastest and easiest method would be to use a screw extractor kit. They’re one of the most helpful things you can keep in a toolbox—they’re typically around $10-20, so they aren’t super expensive, and they're reusable. You can also try putting a rubber band or similar material over the screwdriver head in between a screwdriver and the slot for the head to get some traction. If the screw is made of a softer metal, try hammering a flathead screwdriver into it to create a new groove for a screwdriver to bite on. If all else fails you can use a heavy-duty drill bit to drill through the stripped screw.

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What's the best way to get super glue off a surface?

Use acetone, which is available at the hardware store. Nail polish remover should work in a pinch. non-absorbent gloves when you're handling it and ventilate the area. Also, acetone may be harsh on the materials, so test a small area first.

How do you take the cover off a Ring doorbell?

Use a T6 torx-head screwdriver if you misplaced the original screwdriver that came with the device. Remove the security screw from the bottom of the cover, turning the screw counter-clockwise. Then, simply lift the cover up and out from the bottom. You can purchase replacement security screws and screwdrivers from Ring or Amazon.

How do you take out a stripped screw with a raised head?

If the screw has a raised head, you can try to use pliers to remove it. If that doesn't work, you can use a screw extractor kit. It's a good idea to have one in your tool box—they're usually about $10-$20 and reusable.

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8 Ways to Fix a Screw That's Loose in the Hole (Wood or Metal)

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Remove Super Glue from Metal

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