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7 Costly Home Improvement Don'ts

A little prep and a few precautions on your next project can save money and help you avoid having to do the job over again.

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Hide CaptionShow CaptionDon't Ignore Safety
This goes for any home improvement project. Simple precautions like wearing safety goggles, not overloading outlets and turning off breakers will only take a few minutes or a few extra bucks, but these steps can save you from disaster.

By Jacquelyn McGilvray

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