Stop Paying for Simple Repairs
That crack in your driveway? The hole in your wall? The peeling paint? These are all fixes you can handle yourself in an afternoon. I'll show you exactly how, with the tools you probably already have.
Latest Repair Guides
Fresh solutions to common problems
Curing Concrete in Different Climates
Temperature matters more than you think. Here's how to get perfect concrete whether it's freezing or scorching outside.
Read Guide →Make Concrete Look Like Brick
Transform plain concrete into beautiful brick patterns without the cost. Simple stamping technique anyone can do.
Read Guide →Pour a Driveway in Sections
Big driveway project? Break it into manageable sections. Here's the right way to do it without visible seams.
Read Guide →Protect Plants from Weed Eater Damage
Practical ways to shield flowers and shrubs from string trimmers using barriers, spacing, and safe technique.
Read Guide →Protect Siding from Weed Eater Damage
Those dings and scratches from yard work add up. Here's how to protect your siding once and for all.
Read Guide →Waterproof Garage Drywall
Garages get wet. Here's how to protect your drywall from moisture damage and mold.
Read Guide →Common Problems, Simple Solutions
Concrete Cracks
From hairline cracks to major breaks - fix them right the first time
Drywall Damage
Holes, water damage, cracks - make your walls look new again
Paint & Finishing
Professional-looking finishes without professional prices
Why Do It Yourself?
I'm Marlo, and I've been fixing homes for over a decade. Every guide on this site comes from real experience - including the mistakes, so you don't have to make them.