Being an apartment-dweller for many, many years made me soft and unwilling unable to do anything around the house. With our fresh start in Las Vegas and having sunk most of our savings into the downpayment, I’ve been forced to do things on my own. Future posts will be categorized under Home Ownership. For today, I offer a few simple truths that really sank in for me:
DIY Tips
- Get the right tools. I was amazed at how many specialized tools and gadgets are available. Obtaining and using the right tools makes a project easier and ensures that you at least have a chance to get things right
- Learn the right methods / Don’t take short-cuts! There is generally a right way to do things and for good reason. Straying from the correct methods or trying to change a process usually means poor results.
- Take your time. It’s not a race and you will do a better, more thorough job if you work slowly. Giving yourself lots of time will remove the stress of a hard deadline and will give you time to get things done properly.