6d (edited) • Ask the Guildmaster (Q&A)
READ FIRST: How to Ask the Guildmaster for Help
This is where you get personal help with your home renos and repairs.
Post real problems from your house, and I’ll walk you through how I’d tackle them as a carpenter & handyman dad.
To keep this useful for everyone, please follow this format.
1. Use this title format
ROOM – SHORT PROBLEM
Examples:
- BATHROOM – Cracked caulk around tub
- ENTRY – Door won’t latch and scrapes floor
- KITCHEN – Soft spot under sink cabinet
- EXTERIOR – Peeling paint on trim
This makes the library easy to search later.
2. What to include in your post
The more detail, the better I can help you:
- Photos Wide shot (so I can see context) Close-up (so I can see the problem)
- What’s going on What you see / hear / smell How long it’s been happening If it’s getting worse
- House context (if you know it) Approx age of the home Any previous work done in that area
- What you want Quick fix to stop the bleeding? Proper repair that will last? Or “this is ugly, how do I make it nicer without a full reno?”
- What you’ve tried (if anything) Even if it “failed,” it helps to know.
3. How I’ll usually answer
Most replies will look like:
- What I think is happening
- Option A – Quick/cheap fix
- Option B – Better/longer-term fix
- Tools & materials I’d use
- Rough time estimate
- When I’d call a licensed pro instead of DIY
If your question turns into a great “general” lesson, I may also record a short video and add it to the Classroom, then link it back here so future members can learn from it too.
4. Important boundaries
I’m here to help you think through:
- What’s actually going on
- What’s realistic to DIY
- How to plan and execute small renos and repairs
I’m not:
- Inspecting your house in person
- Signing off on structural / code / legal decisions
Always check your local codes and use licensed trades where required.
When you’re ready, hit New Post in this category and start your first quest. 🛠️
If you’re not sure how to title it, copy this and fill it in:
ROOM – SHORT PROBLEM
Age of home (approx):
What’s happening:
What you want (quick fix / proper repair / nicer upgrade):
What you’ve tried so far (if anything):
Photos attached:
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READ FIRST: How to Ask the Guildmaster for Help
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