Benchmark Editing Task Part 36

As anyone who has ever owned a home knows, home ownership is expensive. Bills must be paid, maintenance and repair costs arise unexpectedly. The average American spends upward of $4,000 making home improvements. “DIY” projects offer cost-saving alternatives to paying outside professionals. Though there are some up-front material expenses, labor costs for homeowners are saved by “DIY”projects.

Few things are more satisfying than creating something from scratch. “DIY” projects teach new skills and uncover hidden talents.