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Released: January 05, 2012
Home repairs: Knowing when you can do it yourself
Source: Carole Feldman, Associated Press, (USA Today)
In times of economic hardship, “do-it-yourself” is a tempting mantra for many homeowners with dripping faucets, running toilets, leaky windows or sticky locks.
The savings can add up when you don’t have to call a repairman, especially for things like painting, plumbing and appliance repair, said Ken Collier, editor-in-chief of The Family Handyman. “Parts are a small part of the cost. Labor is huge,” he said.
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