Owning a home can come with a lot more responsibility than renting. Instead of being able to call a landlord to handle issues around the house, it's up to you to fix them—and depending what the issue is, it can be costly. But learning a few useful tips and tricks yourself can not just help you save money and time—it can also help you develop skills and become a more confident homeowner.
Before you start, Deane Biermeier, an experienced contractor and DIY expert, recommends learning four skills that will help you accomplish almost anything around the house.
"There are just four skills to learn to become an accomplished DIYer," Biermeier says. "Those four are measuring, hammering, using a screwdriver, and cutting various materials." Once you learn those, he says, "plumbing and electrical skills will come naturally.
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