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Sam, known as DIY Huntress, is an empowering woodworking and home renovation creator who takes her audience along on ambitious DIY journeys. From full van conversions to budget-friendly home makeovers, she demystifies the building process with practical tips and honest reality checks. She invites her community to learn, save money, and confidently build alongside her.
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How much money can you REALLY save by doing home repairs yourself instead of hiring a professional? I wanted to find out how much money I could REALLY save by doing 5 common home repairs myself instead of hiring a contractor... and the results surprised me.
As a homeowner, I've learned that even the smallest home improvement projects can come with a pretty hefty price tag when you hire someone else to do the work. But what if I told you that you could save THOUSANDS of dollars by tackling some of those projects yourself?
In this video, I'm putting that theory to the test by tackling 5 easy, budget-friendly DIY home improvement projects that just about ANY homeowner can do, regardless of skill level!
Here's what we're tackling:
🔨 Patching holes in drywall
🎨 Painting walls
🪟 Hanging curtains
🚪 Repairing wood rot on a door frame
🚿 Regrouting a shower
For each project, I'm breaking down how much it would cost to hire a professional, how much the DIY materials cost, and exactly how much money you could save by doing the work yourself.
And spoiler alert... some of these savings are WILD.
Whether you're a first-time homeowner, a DIY beginner, or just looking for ways to save money on home maintenance, these simple DIY repairs can help you tackle projects around your house without breaking the bank.
Because you don't need to be a professional contractor to make your home look like a million bucks. Sometimes, you just need a few basic tools, a little patience, and the confidence to give it a try.
So, are these 5 home repairs worth DIYing instead of hiring out? Let's find out!
This project is sponsored by DAP Products.
P R O D U C T S
Here are some of the featured products I used in this video (affiliate links)!
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PATCHING:
DAP DryDex Repair Patch Kit: dap.com/products
Large Spackle Knife: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/L0BzMV
PAINTING:
Painting Supplies: homedepot.sjv.io/QOXMoA
Primer: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/rErAmj
Paint: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/1GBaJD
Tape: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/ZV5P7K
HANGING CURTAINS:
Drill/Driver Set: homedepot.sjv.io/VynbLa
Level: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/B5aD7B
Stud Finder: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/zzG6Y0
WOOD ROT REPAIR:
DAP Wood Rot Repair Kit: dap.com/products
DAP AMP Waterproof Sealer: dap.com/products
Sander: homedepot.sjv.io/Gj7eb2
SHOWER GROUTING:
Grout Removal Tools: link.amazon/B0h0E6TM4
Grout: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/0GokVO
Grout Float: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/bkJWYg
Sponge: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/6kLBmQ
Microfiber Cloth: thehomedepotcreator.sjv.io/3kWVgr
F O L L O W M E
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