Home & repairsOct 20, 2025
Florida home repairs: renter and owner checklist
Tile, faucets, wiring, hurricane shutters — responsibility and safety lines.
DIY
HVAC filter, shelf brackets, touch-up paint, furniture assembly — usually no permit, low risk.
YouTube teaches fast. But 1970s aluminum wiring isn't a hobby project.
Handyman
TV mount, flat-pack kitchen, garage door tune-up, faucet swap if you're not touching mains.
Fix Terrier-style services batch tasks per visit — cheaper than one trip per screw.
Licensed only
Panel work, gas, load-bearing walls, post-hurricane roof — licensed contractor + insurance.
Renters: read the lease on who pays. Move-in/move-out photos protect your deposit.