Alex Shoemaker

Alex has completed full bathroom, bedroom and landscape remodeling projects. He and his wife have flipped multiple houses and enjoy sharing tips on DIY and homeownership.

Experience

Alex Shoemaker is a Florida-based journalist and handyman who has extensive experience in home remodeling and house flipping. He has worked for numerous print and digital publications and has won awards for writing, photography and pagination.

Education

University of Oregon

Family Handyman Editorial Policies

For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

11 Things to Consider When Buying a New Bathtub

Dreaming of the perfect bathtub? A bathroom renovation can provide the results you want, but first you have some planning to do. Here's what to consider when choosing the right bathtub for your bathroom upgrade.

Hand In Yellow Glove Pulls Hair Out Of Bathroom Drain

How to Keep Drains From Clogging

Take these steps to prevent most clogs and nasty backups before they become a big problem.

10 Roof Problems and What to Do About Them

Your roof covers the largest asset you own, so it pays to know the signs of trouble. Fortunately, many of the danger signals are easy to see-you can sometimes even spot them from the ground. A small leak can go undetected for years, causing huge damage before you notice anything. It's a good idea to inspect your roof regularly. Many contractors offer free inspections. But even if you have to pay, it's better than finding leaks after the damage is done. Here are a few of the most common and easy to recognize signs of roof problems.