Home Fix-It Handbook for Everyone: Simple Step-by-Step Fixes for Common Household Problems

Tired of waiting for a handyman or spending too much on simple household repairs? Home Fix-It Handbook for Everyone gives you the confidence to solve common problems around your home-quickly, safely, and effectively.

Written by Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman, an engineer, professor, and lifelong problem solver, this book combines professional skills with years of hands-on experience. From leaky faucets to minor electrical issues and small car fixes, every repair is explained in clear, step-by-step instructions, with practical tips that anyone can follow.

Inside this handbook, you'll discover:

• Simple solutions to everyday household problems
• Step-by-step instructions with practical guidance
• Tools, tips, and tricks that save time and money
• Techniques that combine engineering know-how with DIY fun

Whether you're a beginner or just want to sharpen your home repair skills, this book is your essential companion.

If you enjoy this practical approach, be sure to check out Autonomous Car Maintenance, where the same clear, hands-on methods are applied to keeping modern vehicles in top condition.

Dr. Mohammed Hamed Ahmed Soliman is an internationally recognized Lean expert, author, and university lecturer. He has published over 100 books and articles on Lean thinking, quality systems, and industrial excellence. He currently teaches Industrial Engineering and Management Systems at the American University in Cairo, an Executive Advisor and a member of the Advisory Committee of the IEOM International Society, and consults for global organizations across manufacturing, public services, and education.

With nearly two decades of academic and professional experience, Dr. Soliman has trained professionals across the Middle East, including engagements with Princess Nourah University in Saudi Arabia and Vale Oman Pelletizing Company. He has designed and delivered over 60 leadership and technical development programs, helping organizations build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Earlier in his career, he worked in various industrial sectors including crystal-glass manufacturing, fertilizers, and chemicals, while educating teams on the Toyota Production System. He has led numerous lean transformation projects, delivering measurable results and uncovering substantial cost savings by targeting waste across production and service environments.

His lectures and training materials have reached over 200,000 learners via SlideShare, and his research is ranked among the most downloaded papers on the Social Science Research Network (SSRN) by Elsevier.

Dr. Soliman holds a BSc in Engineering, a master's in Quality Management, and postgraduate degrees in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management. He also holds certifications in quality, cost, and operations management. He is a member of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) and the Society for Engineering and Management Systems (SEMS).

His insights have been featured in SAGE Publications, Industrial Management, Lean Thinking, and other peer-reviewed platforms.