I have a house but know absolutely nothing about home repairs or improvements. I found that absolutely touching and beautiful in a how-to home repair book. She wanted the people who didn't have those items in their home to know that she sees them and understands. And how easy it was to be tempted to compare what they possessed and what she didn't have at the time. For instance, in a section that talks about washers and dryers and other luxury home appliance items, she talks about her being homeless for a time and the complexity that came with being a handyperson while seeing everyone else's "stuff" that they had in their life. ![]() She easily identified the feelings you might be experiencing and shares some personal insights about her own struggles and what helped her through that. I absolutely adore how she includes "Emotional Resets" at the end of each section. It takes something as intimidating as home improvements and repairs and then breaks it all down in such a calming, easy to understand kind of way. Mercury Stardust is such a bright light and this book is reflective of that. Helpful illustrations and QR code links to videos to help you on your journey Advice tailored to renters to minimize permanent changes. Chapters covering basic and handy repairs for your plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and safety needs. Guidance for over 50 simple home maintenance projects, such as replacing your showerhead and troubleshooting a faulty garbage disposal. ![]() In this book, Mercury will show you how to tackle the projects that need improvement in your home-from how to properly fix a clog in your bathroom sink and safely hang things on your walls to patching small and medium drywall holes. You deserve to feel empowered to take matters into your own hands-and it's not as hard as you might think. Renting a home can be a complex process-from finding a safe and affordable space, to hiring help for moving and out, and of course, managing any repairs that come up during your stay. If you've ever felt panicked about opening your home to strangers in order to fix a maintenance issue, this book is for you. As a transwoman and a professional maintenance technician, Mercury Stardust has discovered (the hard way) that we live in a world with much to fear. Don't panic-Mercury Stardust, AKA The Trans Handy Ma'am is here to help!įor too many people, the simple act of contacting a plumber or repair person can feel like a game of chance.
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