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Featured Projects

Patch Drywall - Small Hole

beginner

Repair small holes in drywall (fist-sized or smaller) using a self-adhesive patch kit. Perfect for doorknob damage, anchor holes, or small accidents.

Drywall

2h

$50 - $75

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Repair Water Damaged Ceiling Drywall

intermediate

Fix water-stained or damaged ceiling drywall after the water source has been addressed. Includes mold assessment, proper drying verification, and stain-blocking techniques. For damage under 10 sq ft with no active mold.

Drywall

4h

$40 - $150

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Replace Standard Electrical Outlet

intermediate

Safely replace a standard 15A or 20A duplex electrical outlet. Covers proper safety procedures, wire identification, and testing. For replacing existing outlets only - not for new circuit work.

Electrical

1h

$25 - $75

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Replace Kitchen Faucet

intermediate

Remove old kitchen faucet and install a new one. Covers water shutoff, supply line replacement, and leak testing. Most faucets can be replaced in 1-2 hours with basic tools.

Plumbing

2h

$120 - $400

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Fix Running Toilet

beginner

Diagnose and repair a toilet that runs constantly or intermittently. Covers the two main causes: worn flapper and faulty fill valve. Includes diagnostic tests to identify the problem before buying parts.

Plumbing

1h

$25 - $60

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Install Dimmer Switch for LED Lights

intermediate

Replace a standard light switch with a dimmer switch compatible with LED bulbs. Covers safety procedures, LED compatibility, neutral wire requirements for smart dimmers, and calibration for smooth dimming.

Electrical

1h

$25 - $45

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Install Ceiling Fan (Replace Light Fixture)

intermediate

Replace an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan. Requires verifying the electrical box is fan-rated (supports dynamic weight). Intermediate electrical project with multiple wiring connections.

Electrical

2.5h

$80 - $400

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Bathroom Full Retile and Vanity Replacement

intermediate

Complete bathroom renovation: remove all old tile from floor and tub surround, install cement backer board, waterproof the surround, set new tile, and replace the vanity. Covers pre-1978 hazard assessment (lead paint, asbestos), subfloor inspection, and beginner-safe step sequencing. For a 5×8 bathroom. Estimated 2–4 weekends.

Flooring

30h

$2500 - $8000

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Carpet Demo + Subfloor Repair + New Baseboard Finishing

intermediate

Remove existing carpet and pad, repair subfloor squeaks, and install new baseboards for a clean finish before new flooring arrives. Includes tack strip preservation for contractor carpet installation and stair carpet removal.

Flooring

20h

$400 - $950

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Bathroom Remodel — Full Schluter Tile System

advanced

Full bathroom gut-and-rebuild using the Schluter Systems tile assembly: DITRA-HEAT uncoupling + radiant floor heat on concrete slab, KERDI waterproofing for the shower, large-format floor tile with leveling clips, subway wall tile, and Schluter JOLLY edge trim. Includes double vanity plumbing and optional door relocation framing.

Bathroom

140h

$8500 - $13500

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Replace Bathroom Tile Floor

intermediate

Remove old bathroom floor tile and install new tile with proper waterproofing. Covers demo, subfloor prep, waterproofing membrane, tile setting, and grouting.

Bathroom

12h

$300 - $800

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