{"id":483,"date":"2017-04-20T13:50:03","date_gmt":"2017-04-20T13:50:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/eighteeneight.com\/oakley-oh\/?p=483"},"modified":"2018-06-13T20:39:11","modified_gmt":"2018-06-13T20:39:11","slug":"honey-man-cave-makeovertips-diy-find-right-contractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eighteeneight.com\/oakley-oh\/honey-man-cave-makeovertips-diy-find-right-contractor\/","title":{"rendered":"From \u201cHoney Do\u201d to Man Cave Makeover\u2026Tips to DIY or Find the Right Contractor."},"content":{"rendered":"

I\u2019m told that some guys actually enjoy Home Improvement. I personally enjoyed the TV show with Tim the tool man Taylor<\/strong><\/a>, but that\u2019s where my love of Home Improvement ends. With that said, stuff breaks and it isn\u2019t going fix itself\u2026so here is list of resources to help you out.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve never heard of Thumbtack.com<\/strong><\/a> bookmark it, it\u2019s your friend. All you do is answer a few questions about the project you need help with. It can be anything from a broken light fixture to an entire room addition. Within 24 hours you will receive up to 5 quotes from professional, local contractors. The site also has 1000\u2019s of contractor reviews, so you can see what other people say before you hire anyone.<\/p>\n

HomeAdvisor.com<\/strong><\/a> is another version.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve got time on your hands, or are feeling brave\u2026here is a list of 10 DIY sites to help with any project.<\/p>\n

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  1. Youtube<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 There have been over 1 BILLION videos uploaded to Youtube.com.\u00a0\u00a0 You can find anything from replacing your phone screen to your roof.<\/li>\n
  2. Man Cave ideas<\/strong><\/a> – Tony Siragusa helps transform celebrity man caves.<\/li>\n
  3. Bob Vila<\/strong><\/a> – Bob Vila has been a trusted name in home improvement for decades. Find must do seasonal projects, how to\u2019s, answers, and creative ideas from Bob Vila\u2019s network on this blog.<\/li>\n
  4. GreenPal<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Great info on all lawn and landscaping topics.<\/li>\n
  5. Hardwood Floors<\/strong><\/a> – Refinishing a hardwood floor is a great way to bring new life to a floor that is showing too much wear and tear or if the finish is no longer protecting the floor.<\/li>\n
  6. Repairing Drywall<\/strong><\/a> – Repairing drywall is a great\u00a0do-it-yourselfer<\/em>task because tools and materials are cheap, and there\u2019s very little risk (to you or the house).<\/li>\n
  7. 25 Home Improvement Ideas for under $150<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Ideas that won\u2019t break the bank.<\/li>\n
  8. What Home Improvements pay off?<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 See what projects will pay off when you sell your home.<\/li>\n
  9. Home Improvement Hotties<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 It\u2019s no longer about fat guys with plumbers crack.<\/li>\n
  10. Life Changing Upgrades<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 For every room in your house.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    And\u2026in case you were thinking of going there\u2026proper grooming is NOT<\/strong> a DIY project. PLEASE leave this to the professionals at 18|8 Fine Men\u2019s Salon in Oakley.<\/a><\/p>\n

    A visit to 18|8 salon is the perfect way to relax after a tough day of Home Improvement. Their services include:<\/p>\n