My husband takes a picture of every step as he takes apart an item that he is repairing. Then he just has to look at the pictures in reverse order to remember how to put it back together again. It is a fast and easy tool to help with repairs and it doesn’t cost a thing.
Another use is to take a picture of a broken item with you when you go to the hardware store. It is much more convenient, especially if the item is large.
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Annie says
Great ideas! Shane’s pretty good at remembering how something goes back together, but he frequently has trouble finding the right part at a store because the sales staff are so often inadequately trained. Pictures would be a big help.
Michelle says
Great ideas!
How many times have I said to myself, “I don’t remember where this goes”? Too many!
Carol J. Alexander says
We do the same thing! When my husband first did this–taking apart the hot water heater–I thought it was ingenious. Now, we’ve also used it to document other things that we may need to reference for the future.