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Alex Shoemaker

Alex Shoemaker

location-pin Florida

Expertise: Demo, tiling, general home improvement topics.

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

Why You Shouldn't Crush Aluminum Cans Before Recycling

Why You Shouldn’t Crush Aluminum Cans Before Recycling

Think twice before flattening those aluminum cans—your recycling habits could be impacting the planet more than you realize.
A Car With A Bunch Of Shark Fins On It

Why Some Cars Have Multiple ‘Shark Fins’—And What They’re Really For

Ever wondered why some cars have tiny shark fins on them? Here's the scoop on vortex generators and how they improve performance!
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Do You Know What That Little Button on Your Seat Belt Is For?

Discover the purpose of a seat belt stop button and why it’s essential for convenience and safety. Learn where it’s located, what happens if it breaks, and how to replace it easily.