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Abstract
Do-it-yourself home repair and maintenance is an alternative to purchasing repair services. This paper examines the relationships between consumer socio-demographic and attitudinal characteristics and the frequency of do-it-yourself housing repair. The results are intended for professionals who analyze housing behavior and provide consumer information. The factors that relate to more frequent do-it-yourself activities differ between men and women. Although economic necessity is often suggested as a motivator for such home repair, it is not apparent in this study.
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Notes on contributors
Anne Swartzlander
Anne Swartzlander is Senior Research Analyst, Directions Data, Knoxville, Tennessee.
Jean S. Bowers
Jean S. Bowers is Professor (retired), Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. The authors wish to thank the firms providing data and technical assistance.
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