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Yes, you can fix a garden hose with a crushed end fitting caused by a nameless car driver who drove over the end of the hose rendering it useless. The hose itself was just fine, it simply needed surgery to remove and replace the fitting.

To replace a damaged hose fitting with a new one made of brass, a handyman will charge $45, which includes labor and material. A homeowner can buy the fitting for $6, make the fix and save 87%. This job is a perfect DIY job for a first timer because little talent and few tools are required. Plus, it’s such a quick and easy repair you’d be hard-pressed to find someone to do it.

To make the repair, begin by cutting off the damaged fitting with a utility knife. Take it to the lawn and garden section of a hardware store or home center to find an exact replacement. Hoses come in three basic diameters: 1/2 inch, 5/8 -inch and 3/4 inch, so measure the inside of the fitting to confirm the size.

The fitting has two parts, a collar and a threaded coupling. Slide the collar over the hose and then push the threaded coupling on the end of the hose holding it while you slide the collar over it, then screw it to the threaded coupling. Use a pair of adjustable pliers to tighten it.

Pro Cost:$45 — DIY Cost: $6 — Pro time: 0.3 DIY Time:0.6 — DIY Savings: $39 — Percent Saved: 87%

$45 — $6 — 0.3 — 0.6 — $39 — 87%

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