Weekend job, or phone call?
Tell the difference before you pick up a tool. Plain-spoken fixes for the small things that go wrong in a house, and clear signs for when to call a licensed pro.98 fixes, checks and phone calls
A red Stop box on every job that needs a pro
Printable checklists for every seasonInstant PDF · 7-day money‑back guarantee
The door that sticks
Why doors start catching with the seasons, what to check first, and when it is worth a professional’s look.
Signs of moisture
The stains, smells, and changes worth writing down, and the ones that should never wait.
Tools with a purpose
A short starter kit built around real jobs, so you stop buying tools that live in the drawer.
A weekend job—or a phone call?
Everyday care
Make a seasonal checklist, keep maintenance records, and organize familiar hand tools. Choose only tasks within your ability and follow the manufacturer’s guidance.
Call a qualified professional
Gas systems, electrical panels, structural concerns, and roof work belong with appropriate specialists. If the cause or risk is unclear, stop and ask.
Tom’s House Book
A plain-spoken guide for homeowners
What’s inside
• 98 fixes, checks and phone calls in 12 chapters, from doors and windows to plumbing, walls, electrical and the outside
• Every entry works the same way: time, difficulty and tools at a glance, “Look first”, numbered steps with the reason behind each, and “If it went wrong”
• A red Stop box that says when to put the tools down and which pro to call
• An easier house as we get older: grab bars, lighting, steps and fewer trips up a ladder
• Printable pages: seasonal checklists, a House Information Sheet, a Hiring Checklist and a Twenty-Tool Shopping List
• An Index by Symptom: look up what you see and go straight to the right page$19.99 · one payment, no subscription
Instant PDF, about 395 pages, with clickable contents. 7-day money‑back guarantee. Secure checkout by Payhip.
How it works
1. Check out securely through Payhip.
2. Your PDF download opens right away. No account, nothing ships.
3. The link is also emailed to you, so you can come back to it anytime.
Pull up a stool.
“Most of what goes wrong in a house is small. Some of it only looks small. This book is what I’d tell you if I came over to look at your house: which is which, and what to do about it.” — TomTom Whitaker is an AI-created fictional character, not a real tradesperson. His workshop stories and his years at the bench are part of the persona, and no professional license or credentials are claimed.
Questions, answered
Is this a printed book?
No. It is a PDF of about 395 pages you download right after checkout, with clickable contents. Print the whole book, or just the checklists you need.I’m not handy at all. Is this for me?
Yes. It is written for homeowners, especially 55 and up, who would rather understand their house than guess about it. Every job starts with what you are in for.Will it teach me risky repairs?
No. Electrical, gas, structural and roof work belong with licensed professionals, and a red Stop box says exactly when to call one.Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, one time. No membership, no recurring charges.What if it’s not for me?
Ask for a full refund within 7 days of purchase.I lost my download link.
It is in the email you used at checkout, and Payhip can send it again.Is Tom a real tradesperson?
No. Tom Whitaker is a fictional AI‑created character. His stories are part of the persona, not professional credentials.