Dana Morrison

Dana Morrison

Lead Contractor

General Contracting & Home Renovation

Dana Morrison spent 20 years as a licensed general contractor before realizing her real passion was teaching homeowners to do things themselves. She has seen every kind of DIY mistake and every kind of contractor overcharge, and she writes to help people avoid both. At Fixit Guide, she covers renovation projects, structural repairs, and the contractor conversations every homeowner should be prepared to have.

Articles by Dana Morrison

Should You DIY Install a Mini Split This Summer

6 min read

Seal Your Concrete Driveway: Save $3,000 With DIY

9 min read

Water Damaged Drywall Ceiling Repair Costs Explained

8 min read

How Tariffs Are Changing the Math on a DIY Deck This Summer

6 min read

DIY Floor Refinishing vs. Professional: True Cost Breakdown

7 min read

Replace Your Own Light Switch in 30 Minutes

8 min read

AI Repair Apps Are Changing How Homeowners Diagnose Problems

6 min read

Patch Plaster Cracks Like A Pro Before You Paint

10 min read

Master Inside Corner Crown Molding Cuts

9 min read

DIY Project Tool Costs & Timeline Estimates (2026)

2 min read

Your Wire Grill Brush May Be Recalled: What to Use Instead

6 min read

Fix Cracked Shower Grout Before Water Damage Spreads

7 min read