On Thu, 14 Dec 2017 10:21:14 +0000, Broadback
wrote:

I have become of an age where I can no longer perform even the easiest
of DIY jobs, apart from finding it extremely frustrating it has become
almost impossible to get these jobs done by a professional.

Any chance of getting some kid in to do it? No experience, but willing and
capable of learning?

When I was in my very early teens, I started doing DIY for others. I was paid,
of course a lot less than a professional -- but I felt very well paid. And the
people paying would sometimes be able to tell me exactly what they wanted and
how to do it, so I gained in experience with time (and bought more tools). With
experience came speed, and a better understanding of what I could do, and what
jobs I'd turn down. I enjoyed having a steady supply of money, and I still have
most of the tools i bought then...


Thomas Prufer