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We’re Hillary and Peter — parents to rare mono/mono twins and lovers of turning fixer-uppers into homes filled with life. Here you’ll find family stories, renovation adventures, and a little bit of heart in the everyday.

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There’s something ridiculously satisfying about clearing out debris during a remodel 💪

Every load hauled off = one step closer to the vision.
Every pile gone = less chaos, more progress.

It might not be the glamorous part… but it’s where the transformation really starts. Clean space, clear mind, ready to build 🔨

If you’ve ever filled a dumpster and just stood there admiring it… you get it 😅

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There’s something ridiculously satisfying about clearing out debris during a remodel 💪

Every load hauled off = one step closer to the vision.
Every pile gone = less chaos, more progress.

It might not be the glamorous part… but it’s where the transformation really starts. Clean space, clear mind, ready to build 🔨

If you’ve ever filled a dumpster and just stood there admiring it… you get it 😅

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

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It should honestly be illegal… 😤

Out here remodeling a house and somehow we’re still responsible for the yard, too?!

Like… who is this grass even for?! 😂

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It should honestly be illegal… 😤

Out here remodeling a house and somehow we’re still responsible for the yard, too?!

Like… who is this grass even for?! 😂

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When that drill finally hits through a stud after fighting you the whole time… 🔥💪

Nothing fancy. Just patience, pressure, and not giving up when it wants to kick back. That moment it punches through? Pure satisfaction.

If you know, you know 😤

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When that drill finally hits through a stud after fighting you the whole time… 🔥💪

Nothing fancy. Just patience, pressure, and not giving up when it wants to kick back. That moment it punches through? Pure satisfaction.

If you know, you know 😤

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Flatwork isn’t just “concrete,” it’s the foundation of how your home feels every single day.

From the driveway you pull into after a long day, to the patio where memories are made. Good flatwork means durability, drainage, clean lines, and curb appeal that actually lasts.

Bad flatwork? You’ll notice it every time it cracks, pools water, or starts shifting.

This is one of those things you only get one shot to do right 👊

Homeowners—don’t overlook it.
Builders—don’t cut corners.

Because great homes aren’t just built… they’re finished right from the ground up.

What’s one detail in a home you think people underestimate the most? Drop it below ⬇️

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Flatwork isn’t just “concrete,” it’s the foundation of how your home feels every single day.

From the driveway you pull into after a long day, to the patio where memories are made. Good flatwork means durability, drainage, clean lines, and curb appeal that actually lasts.

Bad flatwork? You’ll notice it every time it cracks, pools water, or starts shifting.

This is one of those things you only get one shot to do right 👊

Homeowners—don’t overlook it.
Builders—don’t cut corners.

Because great homes aren’t just built… they’re finished right from the ground up.

What’s one detail in a home you think people underestimate the most? Drop it below ⬇️

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

When your better half says she wants a chandelier… you grab the ladder and figure it out. Even if it’s way higher than you expected.

Owner-builder rule #1: if she has the vision, you make it happen💡

Turns out the real skill in remodeling isn’t framing, wiring, or drywall…

…it’s being comfortable on very tall ladders.

Worth it though.

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When your better half says she wants a chandelier… you grab the ladder and figure it out. Even if it’s way higher than you expected.

Owner-builder rule #1: if she has the vision, you make it happen💡

Turns out the real skill in remodeling isn’t framing, wiring, or drywall…

…it’s being comfortable on very tall ladders.

Worth it though.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself ownerbuilders

One thing nobody tells you about doing a whole house remodel by yourself…

You control the soundtrack.

No arguing over playlists.
No jobsite radio ads.
No chaos.

Just obscure scores that make running wire feel like the final scene of a masterpiece.

There’s something about working alone, fully locked in, with music that makes the whole project feel bigger than it is.

Owner-builder life is exhausting.
But sometimes it’s cinematic.

What’s your go-to work soundtrack?

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One thing nobody tells you about doing a whole house remodel by yourself…

You control the soundtrack.

No arguing over playlists.
No jobsite radio ads.
No chaos.

Just obscure scores that make running wire feel like the final scene of a masterpiece.

There’s something about working alone, fully locked in, with music that makes the whole project feel bigger than it is.

Owner-builder life is exhausting.
But sometimes it’s cinematic.

What’s your go-to work soundtrack?

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Being the owner-builder means there’s always something to do.

You’re not just “running the job.”
You are the job.

You’re the labor.
You’re the scheduler.
You’re the warranty department.
You’re the one lying awake at 10pm thinking about that detail you forgot to block for.

And when it turns out right, you know exactly what it cost to get there.

If you’re building it and carrying it, drop a 🔨 below.

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Being the owner-builder means there’s always something to do.

You’re not just “running the job.”
You are the job.

You’re the labor.
You’re the scheduler.
You’re the warranty department.
You’re the one lying awake at 10pm thinking about that detail you forgot to block for.

And when it turns out right, you know exactly what it cost to get there.

If you’re building it and carrying it, drop a 🔨 below.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Even if Benjamin Franklin didn’t actually say it, he should’ve 😂

Because on a remodel, clutter isn’t just ugly, it’s dangerous:
⚠️ trip hazards
⚠️ nails + screws everywhere
⚠️ cords and tools in walkways
⚠️ rushed mistakes

A few minutes of cleanup at the end of the day saves HOURS of problems later… and might literally save someone’s ankle.

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Even if Benjamin Franklin didn’t actually say it, he should’ve 😂

Because on a remodel, clutter isn’t just ugly, it’s dangerous:
⚠️ trip hazards
⚠️ nails + screws everywhere
⚠️ cords and tools in walkways
⚠️ rushed mistakes

A few minutes of cleanup at the end of the day saves HOURS of problems later… and might literally save someone’s ankle.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

POV: You’re doing a whole house remodel… so technically every room is a project 😅🏠🔨

But the problem with a full remodel is…
you walk into the next room and instantly see another “quick project” that turns into a 3-week saga 😂

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POV: You’re doing a whole house remodel… so technically every room is a project 😅🏠🔨

But the problem with a full remodel is…
you walk into the next room and instantly see another “quick project” that turns into a 3-week saga 😂

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Being an owner-builder means you don’t just build the house…

you build a tool collection that slowly empties your bank account ⚒️🪛🪚

But hey,tools are cheaper than hiring it out, right? 😅

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Being an owner-builder means you don’t just build the house…

you build a tool collection that slowly empties your bank account ⚒️🪛🪚

But hey,tools are cheaper than hiring it out, right? 😅

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Everyone thinks house projects need loud hype music, but don’t sleep on classical and opera 🎼✨

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Everyone thinks house projects need loud hype music, but don’t sleep on classical and opera 🎼✨

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When you’re way more excited about your build than your friends are 😂

Them: “Cool.”

Me: internally screaming because THIS IS AMAZING

If you’re building, remodeling, or just obsessed with progress, you get it.

Drop a 🔨 if you’re your own biggest hype crew.

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When you’re way more excited about your build than your friends are 😂

Them: “Cool.”

Me: internally screaming because THIS IS AMAZING

If you’re building, remodeling, or just obsessed with progress, you get it.

Drop a 🔨 if you’re your own biggest hype crew.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Trying to balance parenting, work, and remodeling all at the same time…

Some days it’s chaos. Some days it’s progress. Most days it’s both 😅

If you’re building a house, raising humans, and still showing up, this one’s for you. One task at a time. One outlet wired. One bedtime story read.

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Trying to balance parenting, work, and remodeling all at the same time…

Some days it’s chaos. Some days it’s progress. Most days it’s both 😅

If you’re building a house, raising humans, and still showing up, this one’s for you. One task at a time. One outlet wired. One bedtime story read.

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If the playlist isn’t right, the remodel isn’t right.

Good music = better mood, better focus, better results.

What song gets you through long work days? 🎶👇

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If the playlist isn’t right, the remodel isn’t right.

Good music = better mood, better focus, better results.

What song gets you through long work days? 🎶👇

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

House remodel be like: knocks me down a few pegs… then hands me a ladder and says “try again.” 😅🔨

But one way or another, it will get done.

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House remodel be like: knocks me down a few pegs… then hands me a ladder and says “try again.” 😅🔨

But one way or another, it will get done.

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Home renovation budget: $600 billion.

Actual cost: just a tiny bit less… probably 😅

Every trip to the hardware store feels like I’m funding a small country, but somehow the progress is still worth it. One wall, one outlet, one receipt at a time.

Who else thought renovating would be cheaper than this? Be honest 👇💸

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Home renovation budget: $600 billion.

Actual cost: just a tiny bit less… probably 😅

Every trip to the hardware store feels like I’m funding a small country, but somehow the progress is still worth it. One wall, one outlet, one receipt at a time.

Who else thought renovating would be cheaper than this? Be honest ��👇💸

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Getting the wiring done right the first time just hits different 😮‍💨⚡️

No shortcuts. No “we’ll fix it later.” Just clean, safe, code-happy work.

Future me is already thankful.

What part of your build felt the most satisfying to finish? 👇

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Getting the wiring done right the first time just hits different 😮‍💨⚡️

No shortcuts. No “we’ll fix it later.” Just clean, safe, code-happy work.

Future me is already thankful.

What part of your build felt the most satisfying to finish? 👇

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Home construction is rough.

Dusty days, sore backs, late nights… but man, watching something real take shape, because of your own hands?

That part hits different 🔨✨

Progress > perfection. One wall, one wire, one lesson at a time.

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Home construction is rough.

Dusty days, sore backs, late nights… but man, watching something real take shape, because of your own hands?

That part hits different 🔨✨

Progress > perfection. One wall, one wire, one lesson at a time.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Me: “This tool is absolutely necessary.”
Hillary: “Didn’t you already have one?”
Me: “… that was a different necessary one.” 😌🔧

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Me: “This tool is absolutely necessary.”
Hillary: “Didn’t you already have one?”
Me: “… that was a different necessary one.” 😌🔧

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POV: Renovation turns every surface into a tool holder 😂🔨

If you’ve never found a drill in the fridge or a tape measure in the shower, are you even remodeling?

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POV: Renovation turns every surface into a tool holder 😂🔨

If you’ve never found a drill in the fridge or a tape measure in the shower, are you even remodeling?

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Being owner-builders means we wear all the hats.

Some days we’re the project managers, electricians, cleaners, and coffee runners ☕🔨

We tackle what I can ourselves and bring in pros when needed.

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Being owner-builders means we wear all the hats.

Some days we’re the project managers, electricians, cleaners, and coffee runners ☕🔨

We tackle what I can ourselves and bring in pros when needed.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Our house is the new club.
And demo is always on the guest list. 😎🔨

Follow along for the realest renovation on the internet.

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Our house is the new club.
And demo is always on the guest list. 😎🔨

Follow along for the realest renovation on the internet.

#diy #renovation #ownerbuilders #homerenovation #marriagegoals

Kitchen lights are finally in💡

Which means… I can officially see what I’m doing now 😅

Small wins = big motivation. Progress you can actually see hits different.

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Kitchen lights are finally in💡

Which means… I can officially see what I’m doing now 😅

Small wins = big motivation. Progress you can actually see hits different.

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

It’s good to have goals.

Follow along for more jokes (and realistic renovation humor).

#remodel #diy #renovation #doityourself #ownerbuilder

It’s good to have goals.

Follow along for more jokes (and realistic renovation humor).

#remodel #diy #renovation #doityourself #ownerbuilder

Building your own house isn’t a 9–5 job.

It’s after dinner, one more task, why am I still holding a tape measure at 10pm energy. 🌙🔨

Late nights, tired eyes, and a lot of “just finish this one thing”…

But knowing every inch of this place was built with my own hands?

100% worth it.

If you’re building, remodeling, or dreaming of doing it yourself someday, this is your sign that the long nights do pay off.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Building your own house isn’t a 9–5 job.

It’s after dinner, one more task, why am I still holding a tape measure at 10pm energy. 🌙🔨

Late nights, tired eyes, and a lot of “just finish this one thing”…

But knowing every inch of this place was built with my own hands?

100% worth it.

If you’re building, remodeling, or dreaming of doing it yourself someday, this is your sign that the long nights do pay off.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

There’s something so satisfying about wiring an outlet correctly the first time.

No sparks. No redo. Just flipping the breaker back on and knowing you did that.

Little wins like this are what make building (and learning) worth it.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

There’s something so satisfying about wiring an outlet correctly the first time.

No sparks. No redo. Just flipping the breaker back on and knowing you did that.

Little wins like this are what make building (and learning) worth it.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Hillary really is a great boss (and she did not tell me to say that).

Laugh. Adjust. Learn. Repeat.

Because if you can laugh through a remodel, you can survive just about anything.

Like this post and share so I don’t become her first husband.

What’s the funniest (or most chaotic) thing that’s happened during your remodel? 👇

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Hillary really is a great boss (and she did not tell me to say that).

Laugh. Adjust. Learn. Repeat.

Because if you can laugh through a remodel, you can survive just about anything.

Like this post and share so I don’t become her first husband.

What’s the funniest (or most chaotic) thing that’s happened during your remodel? 👇

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Building your own home will humble you real quick 😅
Plans change. Timelines shift. Budgets stretch.

But honestly? One of the biggest lessons has been learning to roll with the punches, adapt, and take every hiccup as a lesson for next time.

Nothing teaches you patience, problem-solving, and trust in the process quite like this journey.

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Building your own home will humble you real quick 😅
Plans change. Timelines shift. Budgets stretch.

But honestly? One of the biggest lessons has been learning to roll with the punches, adapt, and take every hiccup as a lesson for next time.

Nothing teaches you patience, problem-solving, and trust in the process quite like this journey.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

When you’re the owner and the builder, there is no “off the clock”⏱️🛠️

You use the early mornings
You use the late nights
You use every minute you’ve got to get it done

Not because it’s easy, but because it’s yours.

Save this if you’re building something that matters 💪

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#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

When you’re the owner and the builder, there is no “off the clock”⏱️🛠️

You use the early mornings
You use the late nights
You use every minute you’ve got to get it done

Not because it’s easy, but because it’s yours.

Save this if you’re building something that matters 💪

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Home remodeling can feel like it’s dragging on forever…
but that doesn’t mean nothing is happening. 🛠️

Big transformations aren’t built in a weekend.
They’re built in small, consistent steps:

✔ one decision
✔ one improvement
✔ one task at a time

Progress doesn’t have to be fast. It just has to be forward.

If you’re in the middle of a remodel and feeling stuck, this is your sign: do one small thing today.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

Home remodeling can feel like it’s dragging on forever…
but that doesn’t mean nothing is happening. 🛠️

Big transformations aren’t built in a weekend.
They’re built in small, consistent steps:

✔ one decision
✔ one improvement
✔ one task at a time

Progress doesn’t have to be fast. It just has to be forward.

If you’re in the middle of a remodel and feeling stuck, this is your sign: do one small thing today.

Follow @peterandhillaryhome to join us on this journey as we build our multi-generational forever home.

#renovation #diyrenovation #diy #doityourself #ownerbuilders

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