"Bob Vila would love this group," according to alt.home.repair's self-description. The newsgroup is dedicated to the discussion of home repair, covering many aspects such as plumbing, painting, caulking, cleaning, pests, drywall, appliances, and so on. Most of the posts found in alt.home.repair pose questions about various home repair problems and projects to the knowledgeable, friendly newsgroup community. Recent questions have covered insulation, wiring fluorescent lights, weather stripping, cast iron pipe rust, rodents in the attic, washing machine repair, soldering, tools, central air conditioning, remodeling, toilet installation, painting, and a wide array of miscellaneous home repair topics. Before visiting the alt.home.repair newsgroup, check out their FAQ to get basic information on common home repair problems or find links to other helpful resources covering home repair.