Alex Shoemaker

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.

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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

Portrait of a black Ford pick-up truck cruising through Allen Parkway in Houston

Is a Front License Plate Really Necessary? The Rules, State by State

Ever notice some cars only have a license plate on the back while others both? It comes down to how different states balance safety, cost, and design.

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If You See a Big Snorkel on a Car, Here’s What It’s For

That pipe on the side of a truck or SUV isn't just for looks. It's a snorkel, and it tells you something important about how that vehicle is used.