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Decide whether a home repair is DIY or a pro job

Get a plain-English explanation, safety notes and questions to ask a contractor.

Estimated time saved

Estimated: less research time and better contractor conversations. (Estimate; results vary.)

Tools
  • ChatGPT (image input)
  • Gemini
  • Claude

The problem

Homeowners don't know if a leak, noise or crack is simple or serious, or what to ask a contractor.

Step by step

  1. 1Describe the problem and upload a photo.
  2. 2Ask for possible causes, safety concerns and whether it needs a licensed pro.
  3. 3Get a list of questions to ask contractors and what a fair quote should include.
  4. 4For gas, electrical or structural issues, call a pro.

Copy-paste prompt

Prompt
Here is a photo and description of a problem at my house: [description]. List likely causes, any safety concerns, whether this is reasonable DIY or needs a licensed pro, and 5 questions to ask a contractor. Be clear about what you cannot tell from a photo.

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