What Is Safe to DIY?

When it comes to being an active DIYer, you might have a common misconception that you can tackle just about any home repair and improvement. However, there’s a thin line between being fearless and foolish.

Not to shatter all your hopes and dreams of making repairs on your own, but there are a few home repairs that are better left to the professionals. Instead of highlighting all those tasks that you should let the pros handle, focus on the ones you should be able to handle.

Replace a toilet. No matter if you’re installing a better-flushing toilet or resetting the old one after a remodel, replacing a toilet is a perfect DIY project.

Patch drywall. Drywall is surprisingly easy to damage and is just as simple to repair. Cracks in the drywall are also easy to patch with the help of a fast-setting drywall compound.

Fix cracked grout. Cracked grout in a newly tiled floor can be disappointing, but it’s a simple fix. Use caulk as flexible grout, and it should be as good as new.

These examples are just a small sampling of the easy DIY tasks you should be able to complete. All you need are a few tools and supplies from your local home improvement store, and you can get started on doing your own repairs.

Sources: Todayshomeowner.com, Familyhandyman.com