Becca Lewis
Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels.
Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied technical theater and design. She has a background in carpentry and fabrication and has worked in specialty shops, using a wide variety of tools and materials, for more than 20 years.
Becca has also written for Angi, where she specializes in creating guides for DIY, home maintenance, and renovations, and she indulges her love of sci-fi and fantasy by writing about entertainment and science for Giant Freakin Robot. She serves on the board of the Good Junk Sanctuary in Portland, Oregon, focusing on community engagement in the DIY and reuse space.
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These Tools Are up to 50% Off Right Now
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is featuring a ton of tools—so you can get your DIY projects started this spring.
These Bits, Blades, and Other DIY Accessories Are up to 68% Off Right Now
Get all the little bits and bobs to bring your DIY tool kit to the next level without blowing your whole budget.
The Five Best DIY Home Improvement Projects for Beginners
Tackle some projects around the house to save money on maintenance and build your DIY skills.
These DeWalt Tools Are Up to 57% Off Right Now
You can build a powerful DIY tool set without spending your entire budget with these DeWalt tool deals
These Milwaukee Cordless Tools, Bits, and Batteries Are Up to 50% Off at Home Depot
Build out your tool kit without blowing your budget.
These Milwaukee Tool Sets Are Up to 50% Off Right Now
Build out your tool kit or start a new one with these deals on Milwaukee cordless tool sets.
Five Ways to Prepare Your Home for Extreme Weather
You can make your home safer and more comfortable with these simple DIY projects.
Five Reasons Your Fridge Might Be Leaking (and How to Fix It)
Check these areas before paying for a repair.
All the Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Tackle in January
Improve your air quality and keep your walls and floors dry with these New Year's upkeep chores.
Don't Use Your Christmas Tree for Firewood (but You Can Recycle It in Other Ways)
Fireplaces and Christmas trees do not mix—but there are other ways to safely use up that dried up tree.
Using Your Dishwasher More Could Actually Save You Water
Your dishwasher isn't just a convenience: It's also a money-saving machine.
Home Depot's Buy One, Get One Cordless Tools Sale Is Still Live
Tool batteries are expensive, but the price stings a bit less when they come with a free tool.
The Best Cyber Monday Deals for Car Accessories and Tools
Keep your ride running smoothly for less.
All the Home Maintenance Chores You Should Tackle in December
Keep the heat inside and your pipes flowing.
The Best Power Tools You Should Get From Home Depot During Black Friday
Tackle all your DIY projects or gifts with these Black Friday deals.
The Best Black Friday Deals on DIY Gadgets
Plus, smart-home upgrades you can install yourself.
Five Clever Ways to Use Rechargeable Bulbs
Light awkward spots and prepare for power outages with rechargeable LEDs.
The Best Places to Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Keep yourself safe by placing your carbon monoxide detectors in these areas.
All the Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Tackle in November
Keep out the cold and prepare for winter storms.
Eight DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects to Make the Shorter Days Less Dark
Give your home's exterior a cozy upgrade with these no-wiring lighting projects.