Here’s an excerpt from the Lesson – But, word to the wise: undertaking home repairs yourself can sometimes be costly, unsafe and unproductive. Which is why learning the “nuts and bolts” of choosing a service provider has become increasingly important to today’s savvy homeowner seeking to maintain a home that’s attractive, structurally sound, and functional. Do you need new lighting in your living room? A deck built for the summer? A maid to help manage your clutter? A bigger bathroom? A yard guy who will go the whole “9 yards”?