How we review home repair guides
How Homeowners Repair Guide keeps information accurate, safe, and up to date
This page walks you through the exact process we use to create, review, and update every repair and safety guide on Homeowners Repair Guide—so you know what you’re reading is carefully checked, not just quickly published.
On each guide, you’ll see a “Last updated” date near the top. That date is tied to the process outlined here.
At a glance
3 expert roles
Author, subject-matter reviewer, and safety/editorial reviewer. One person may fill more than one role—but every guide is seen from multiple angles.
Safety-first filter
If there’s disagreement between “faster” and “safer,” we publish the safer path—even if it’s less exciting.
Transparent corrections
When something needs to change, we update the guide, log the change, and adjust the “Last updated” date.
The rules every guide has to follow
Whether it’s a short checklist or a deep-dive tutorial, each piece of content on Homeowners Repair Guide is held to the same core standards.
1. Homeowner-first clarity
We write for everyday homeowners, not tradespeople. That means clear definitions, minimal jargon, and visual or step-by-step structure wherever possible.
2. Safety over “hacks”
We never publish risky shortcuts for electrical, gas, structural, or water-damage work. If a project is borderline DIY, we label it clearly and lean toward calling a pro.
3. Realistic expectations
Guides include rough cost ranges, typical timelines, and when to expect permits, inspections, or multiple visits—so you’re not surprised later.
How a guide goes from idea to published page
Behind each article is a small editorial workflow. Here’s what happens before you ever read a guide on Homeowners Repair Guide.
Author draft from field experience
Every guide begins with a draft from a subject-matter specialist or an editor working directly from expert notes, jobsite checklists, and real homeowner questions.
Technical & safety review
A second specialist reviews the draft for technical accuracy, common field edge cases, and safety. If needed, steps are reordered or removed.
Clarity, structure & final checks
An editorial pass makes sure instructions are clear, scannable, and consistent with the rest of the site—and that safety flags are impossible to miss.
In some cases, one expert may wear more than one hat (for example, author and technical reviewer), but the safety and editorial checks always happen separately before a guide goes live.
Safety rules
Work we won’t walk you through step-by-step
Some types of work belong firmly in the hands of licensed professionals and local inspectors. To protect you, we don’t provide detailed “how-to” instructions for high-risk categories, even if you might find them elsewhere online.
How we handle risky topics
When we do cover high-risk subjects, we focus on:
The goal is informed conversations with professionals—not replacing them.
How and when we update guides
Homes, products, and best practices change over time. Updating our guides is part of the job, not an afterthought.
Regular content check-ins
Core safety and system guides are reviewed on a recurring schedule (typically every 12–24 months) to reflect changes in common equipment, terminology, and best practices.
When new information appears
We also update guides in response to notable code changes, manufacturer recalls, or patterns we see in homeowner questions and contractor feedback.
Fixing errors & clarifying details
If we find or are alerted to an error, we correct it as quickly as possible, update any related guides, and adjust the “Last updated” date. Significant changes may be briefly noted in the content.
Building codes and licensing rules vary by location. Our guides are written to reflect common practices in North America, but they are not a substitute for your local code official, inspector, or licensed contractor.
How homeowners and pros help us improve
We treat this site as a living resource. Thoughtful feedback from homeowners, inspectors, and tradespeople helps us keep guides practical and accurate.
We can’t respond individually to every message, but every submission is reviewed and considered in future updates.
Send feedback
Found something that should be updated?
The fastest way to reach us is through the contact form linked in the site footer. When you write, it helps if you include:
Please don’t include personal contact information for contractors or sensitive details about your property—we only need enough context to improve the guide.
FAQ about our review & update process
A few helpful clarifications about what this process does—and doesn’t—cover.
Does this replace a home inspection or licensed contractor?
No. Our guides are educational and designed to help you understand issues and options. They do not replace in-person inspections, local permits, or the judgment of licensed professionals familiar with your specific home and codes.
Are your experts paid by manufacturers or local contractors?
No. Subject-matter specialists who contribute to Homeowners Repair Guide are not compensated by local service companies or product manufacturers for specific recommendations in editorial content.
How quickly do you update something if there’s a safety concern?
Clear safety concerns move to the top of the queue. Our goal is to review and, if needed, correct those sections as soon as reasonably possible and mark the page with an updated date.
Do you use AI tools to create or edit content?
We may use drafting tools to help with structure, organization, or clarity—but technical details, safety guidance, and final wording are always checked against expert knowledge and practical experience before publication.