How Do You Become A Fix It All Householder?
Becoming a fix it all homeowner takes time, patience, and investment in tools and materials. You will become a jack-of-all-trades, not a master craftsman in each one. Over a period of years, the cost of accumulating the right tools for each job, and basic skills in using them will pay dividends in saved money hiring professionals, as well as popularity in the neighborhood if you are willing to help out others in your community. • Get the right tool for each job. Often, a pair of pliers, a screwdriver, and an adjustable wrench are all you’ll need, but to replace the washers in a bathroom faucet or to tune up the lawn mower, you will find the right tool for the job makes it much simpler and easier. • If you are just starting out, you may want to acquire tools slowly, as you need them. You’ll spread out the expense and keep the clutter under control if you do. • Set up a place to store your tools and spare material. A workshop is ideal, but even a good sized shelf in a utility closet will
