Henri de Marne is one of America's most trusted experts on home repair, maintenance, and improvement. His nationally syndicated newspaper column (First Aid for the Ailing House) has been a staple in newspapers for over 36 years, and his blog is reaching a rapidly expanding audience. De Marne's trade paper book continues to be a steady seller, but readers have often asked for an even larger, more complete reference. This greatly expanded book would carry a high cover price if printed, so to keep it affordable, it is published as an e-book only.