{"id":1059,"date":"2023-07-31T12:19:39","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T12:19:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brothersconstruction.com\/?p=1059"},"modified":"2023-07-31T12:24:13","modified_gmt":"2023-07-31T12:24:13","slug":"diy-vs-hiring-professionals-pros-and-cons-to-consider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brothersconstruction.com\/diy-vs-hiring-professionals-pros-and-cons-to-consider\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY vs Hiring Professionals: Pros And Cons To Consider"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you considering a home renovation project? It\u2019s an exciting time, especially since you\u2019re improving the value of your home (if someday you decide to sell) and the quality of life of everyone currently living in that home. However, it also goes without saying that it\u2019s a challenging time as renovations are challenging without a plan.\u00a0This article discusses the pros and cons to help you decide whether to DIY or hire a professional when planning a home renovation or repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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DIY Renovation: Pros vs Cons<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

DIY – Pros:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n


1. It could potentially be cheaper.\u00a0<\/strong>According to\u00a0MoneyCrashers.com<\/a>, \u201cthe labor costs of professional contractors generally run between\u00a0$30 to $125 per hour<\/a>, so their work can add up to hundreds or thousands of dollars.\u201d That\u2019s why in most cases, a DIY home renovation is going to be cheaper. Essentially, you\u2019ll be exchanging your time with the money you saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. You have control of the outcome.\u00a0<\/strong>Fulfilling your visions of a house is achievable if you\u2019re the one doing it. For those who value complete control over the project, design, budget, and materials, going DIY is the best way to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. It\u2019s a good project to use up free time and achieve a feeling of accomplishment.<\/strong>\u00a0A successful renovation you managed yourself can give you a feeling of satisfaction and improve your mood. It\u2019s also a good way to spend your time learning a new skill or applying those you haven\u2019t used for a while.
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DIY – Cons:<\/strong>
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1. Risk of potentially hurting others.<\/strong>\u00a0Moneycrashers.com<\/a>\u00a0says that the most important question you ask yourself when considering a DIY job is, \u201cWhat\u2019s What\u2019s the worst possible thing that could happen if I mess it up?\u201d If the answer is, \u201cI could get killed,\u201d then that\u2019s a clear sign a professional is better off handling it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


2. Time-consuming.<\/strong>\u00a0You\u2019ll end up spending more time (and money) if you don\u2019t get the results right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


3. Lack of expertise.<\/strong>\u00a0As an amateur, there\u2019s room for error that could result in potential damage that you\u2019ll be responsible for fixing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hiring a Professional: Pros vs Cons<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n


Hiring a Pro – Pros:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. Safety. <\/strong>Remember that the danger component is an important consideration for any home renovation. Certain jobs require technical knowledge that is too dangerous to DIY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. It could be potentially time-saving as permits could be approved faster for certain home improvement projects that require it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. You are also assured of high-quality results with insurance guaranteed by reputable contractors.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hiring a Pro – Cons: <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

1. Lack of control with timeline and design as you will be relying on the contractor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Generally more expensive as you\u2019ll be paying for labor and expertise, as well as material costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In summary, you can opt for DIY if you have the right skills, tools, and enough time but defer to a profession if you don\u2019t want to risk safety or spend your own time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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