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And theyre begging you not to attempt it.

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Think of it this way: DIY can quickly turn into a OMG moment.

Here are threecostly mistakes you should avoid when doing your DIY home renovation.

Well, this client unfortunately didnt get the memo.

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Yup, they screwed the flower boxes under the windows right into the side of the house.

And with long decking screws, no less.

Those flower beds cost nearly $5,000 in repair work.

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Basically the most expensive petunias ever, she said.

Uribe said that normally, this key in of water transport wouldnt be much of a problem.

However, the clients property had slope and gradient issues that resulted in pooling.

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When that edge overflowed, so did the basement and first floor of the home too, she added.

Uribe added trying to fix water damage in your home on your own can be a catalyst for disaster.

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