Pro Tips & Projects
Smart fixes. Real projects. Straight talk from your local pros.
Keeping a home running smoothly is a full-time job β and most people donβt have the time, the tools, or the patience to figure it all out. Thatβs where we come in.
Welcome to your go-to hub for expert tips, real project breakdowns, money-saving strategies, and homeowner how-tos β all written in clear, real-world language, never contractor-speak.
Whether youβre trying to stay ahead of problems, plan a remodel, or avoid getting ripped off, youβll find exactly what you need right hereβ¦ from pros who do this every day.
No fluff. No guesswork. Just straight-up help you can use.
What Youβll Find Here:
Pro Tips to extend the life of your home
DIY-Friendly Fixes anyone can handle safely
Project Breakdowns from real jobs we've completed
Money-Saving Advice to avoid costly mistakes
Before & After Transformations to spark ideas
Seasonal Checklists to keep your home in top shape
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If you ever want help with a repair, a renovation idea, or just a second opinion, weβre only a message away.
The Ultimate Guide to Basement Remodeling in Utah: Everything You Need to Succeed
Your unfinished basement is sitting on a goldmine of square footage. In this comprehensive guide, Mike Sansing of Your Handyman Pros walks through everything Salt Lake Valley homeowners need to know about basement remodeling: budgeting ($30β$140+/sq ft depending on finish level), waterproofing and moisture control for Utah's climate, egress window requirements, framing, electrical and plumbing rough-ins, the booming I-ADU trend, and when to call in a licensed general contractor instead of going DIY.
2026 Home Remodeling: The Complete Guide β Part 4: Basements & ADUs : Turning Underutilized Space Into Income or the Ultimate Hangout
Sitting on an unfinished basement? In Part 4 of our 2026 Remodeling Guide, Mike Sansing of Your Handyman Pros breaks down how to turn that underutilized space into a rental income machine or the ultimate family hangout β covering HB 82 ADU rules, egress windows, fire separation, ceiling heights, HVAC zoning, and city-specific quirks from Herriman to Bountiful. Plus the ROI math: $800β$1,500/mo in potential rental income.

