Fix the Door and Save Yourself

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I always try to fix things around the house, as long as I know how to do it, or it doesn't seem to be that difficult to learn. I do always keep a list of reputable contractors' numbers handy "just in case" I end up getting in over my head.

Atlanta Handyman of GA 4:49PM June 24, 2009

I always keep in mind to make sure that I don't attempt jobs that I know I'm not capable of doing/learning. I have a list of reliable contractors that I can contact in case I get into trouble!

Atlanta Handyman of GA 5:12PM June 22, 2009

Great tip! It reminds me of Malcolm Gladwell's book, The Tipping Point. During the 90s, the NY city cops addressed petty crimes first -- jumping subway turnstiles, graffiti, etc. The thinking was those who commit small crimes are likely to commit big crimes.
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