Homes don't just chug along on their own. They require a lot of upkeep, and sometimes a lot of fixes. Overwhelmed by the thought of home maintenance and repair? You've come to the right place! This beginner's guide includes planning tools, DIY tutorials, and tips for when you have to hire a pro — plus the encouragement you need to get to the other side of your project.
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The Ultimate Guide for Deciding if You Should Do a Project Yourself or Hire a Pro
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6 House Sounds That Could Spell Doom
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Before you power up your buzz saw, you put on your safety goggles. Before you get behind the wheel, you buckle your seatbelt. The first-ever Toyota Corolla Cross is the stylish SUV designed with safety in mind, including features like the available blind spot monitor with rear-cross traffic alert and nine airbags total. (That’s a lot.)
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Yes You Can.
Every home repair has a moment where you throw up your hands and want to quit. Don’t give up! When the road gets tough, drive on with confidence. The first-ever Toyota Corolla Cross has available all-wheel drive to intelligently give you the extra traction you need to take on the road ahead.
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Got a hole in a colored wall? “Pick a crayon with the color that best matches your wall color," says Kevin Busch, vice president of operations for Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company. "While applying pressure, rub the crayon over the nail hole.”
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Got a hole in a colored wall? “Pick a crayon with the color that best matches your wall color," says Kevin Busch, vice president of operations for Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company. "While applying pressure, rub the crayon over the nail hole.”
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