Safe and Sound: A Renter Friendly Guide to Home Repair

For renters, relying on landlords, caretakers, and contractors for repairs can be tedious, and it may even feel risky to open your homes to strangers. But fear not! A little bit of knowledge can go a long way toward making you feel more safe and in control of your own life. In Safe and Sound, professional maintenance technician Mercury Stardust—a.k.a. The Trans Handy Ma’am—offers guidance on over 50 simple home maintenance projects, from clogged sinks to drywall holes, basic electrical issues to minimizing changes before your move-out day. Paired with helpful illustrations and links to instructional videos, this supportive hands-on guide will empower you to tackle projects in your living space, free of fear.