Editorial Policy
Last updated: September 2026.
How we choose topics
We publish guides for the most common DIY home repairs — the fixes homeowners actually search for and attempt: faucets, toilets, drains, drywall, doors, painting, caulking, and basic appliance troubleshooting. Reader suggestions also shape what we cover.
How guides are written
Each guide is written to be followed in order, with tools listed up front, steps in sequence, and safety warnings where they matter — not buried at the end. We aim for plain language: if a step requires judgment or experience to do safely, we say so.
Accuracy standards
- No invented facts. We do not publish invented product model numbers, fabricated prices presented as facts, made-up statistics, or specific code requirements. Cost figures are labeled illustrative; code questions are referred to local authorities.
- Safety-first framing. Topics involving electrical, plumbing, gas, or structural work always include explicit “call a licensed professional” guidance.
- Corrections. When readers report errors, we review and correct them. Significant corrections are noted so readers can trust what they are reading.
Independence
Our guides are not paid placements. We do not accept payment to recommend products or contractors, and we do not publish fake reviews. External links go only to official resources (such as government agencies), never to paid or affiliate destinations.
Authorship
Guides are written by Peter Lawson, who writes DIY home repair guides — common fixes, tools, costs, and knowing when to call a professional. This site provides general information only, not professional contractor advice.
Feedback
Spotted something wrong or unclear? Tell us via the contact page. Reader feedback directly improves our guides.