Fix it yourself or call an expert? Spring home repair advice

Leaky faucet
Do you have what it takes to tackle a leaky faucet?
Tom Weber | MPR News

Some call it "spring," some call it "home repair season."

If you have chipping grout, a leaning garage or a leaky faucet, listen up: Two home repair experts doled out the D.I.Y. advice with MPR News host Kerri Miller. Contractor Samantha J. Strong and home inspector John Trostle shared their fix-it wisdom.

"Follow the age old rule of, 'Measure twice, cut once,'" Trostle said. "Review every step of your project before you even start it."

For the full discussion, use the audio player above.

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