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What's the best advice for single ladies when it comes to cars and home repairs?
Its helpful and just nice to have a good boyfriend or husband. Its a plus when he knows about general repair stuff and is there to help you out. But for the ladies, like me, that dont have that whats the best alternative.
I thought about the always new way. New car, new house, new appliances, just everything new and nothing used. That is just a little no alot expensive for me. With new things there could be less headache and questions and warranties.
Or I can have a Mr. Fix It, that could get expensive too. He may not be able to fix it all anyways. Mechanics and handmen get so pricey. I know they trying to earn a living but oh my goodness.
So whats your advise to us ladies?
7 Answers
- 1 decade ago
Do research. Price shop. It is free.
Become familiar with the basics of your interest so that you will have an idea of what is going on. Never make an "on the spot decision" Play mechanics against eachother. Suggest what the last mechanic said to another and see how they react. Repeat to one person what another said but in your own words and have them talk with eachother through you and when you get the price or close to what you want to hear or pay "make the decision". Innocent slyness.
- 1 decade ago
only get what you need to use. the more stuff you get (which is nice) means more maintenance later on. always good to get a book from the library or bookstore to have a general idea on how to fix your own basic stuff. Leave the complicated ones to Mr Fix It. I guess you are paying them for the labour and their skill.
- 1 decade ago
me personally I am a single black female... so when it comes to my car repairs I take my car to the dealership and when it comes to home repairs, depending on the repairs I try to get Lowes, Home Depot etc....licensed and bonded companies to fix my repairs at home.... If you need some ideas let me know, I may be of some assistance...good luck!
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- Anonymous1 decade ago
you can always go to a home depot, or lowes, those guys are free! lol also, they offer free "how to" classes....all free.
also, go to the library like i did! i did the reading and figured out step by step instructions. or ask a dad, brother, cousin, family memebr, neighbor....
- Anonymous1 decade ago
My advise is try not to ask stupid questions that nobody gives a crap about.
