Set an ultimatum? tell him that if he does not help to repair then u will get a handyman to come. n make sure u really do so if he does not help so that he knows it is not an empty threat n tis may reduce future occurrence. when he sees a handyman coming over, he may feel the pinch. he will obviously see how silly it is cos he has the ability to repair it but his family has to rely on others to repair things. be firm about it but do not quarrel over it or it will just put him off. do not be angry so he will not feel 'forced' into doing it. ultimately u want him to b automatic about such things in future right.
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