We understand the urge to DIY everything, especially if you love working with your hands. However, you can’t do everything yourself—it’s better to call a professional in some cases. The tricky part is knowing when to do it on your own and when to call a pro. We have the answers here.
Know Your Limits
The first way to determine if you should call a professional is to understand your skill level. For instance, if you’ve never done exterior siding before, there are many benefits to calling a professional and many drawbacks to trying to tackle it yourself.
If it’s your first or second time doing a large-scale project, it’s better to leave it to the pros. That said, if it’s your first time doing a minor repair, like replacing one shingle on your roof, it likely won’t cause a cascade of long-term damage if you try to fix it yourself.
Consider City Building Codes
This is exceedingly important and is one of the key ways to differentiate whether you should DIY a project or leave it to a professional. You should first check building codes to determine if this is too extensive of a problem. Building codes govern everything from siding requirements and materials to structural wall changes. Generally, if you need to learn more about what might violate the building code and how to safely fix the problem without doing so, it might be time to call a professional. They study building codes for a living, and they’ll be happy to help.
Consider the Time Commitment
Everyone is busy. We have kids, jobs, and a myriad of other things that we need to do at any given time. Because of this, it’s important to know that these projects can take an enormous amount of time away from the other things you love. This point is a bit different since it’s largely a matter of preference. However, if you’re going to spend more time than you’d like on a project, call in a professional. They’ll do the job quickly and efficiently.
By using these tips, you’ll learn to discern whether you should DIY a project or call a pro.
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