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The following is an article that was recently featured on monster.com
The move went well and your new home is perfect - except for
a few little projects you have in mind. Some of them you can
do yourself, like painting the bathroom. Others are more challenging,
like installing a new exterior door. Do you accept the challenge
and start shopping for a door, or should you hire a professional?
Before you get in over your head, ask yourself these questions.
Do I have the
time?
Many projects take weeks rather than days, especially if you're
doing it yourself in your spare time. If you're planning to
change out kitchen cabinets or countertops, know that your kitchen
could be out of commission for a while. Measure the inconvenience
against the cost of hiring a professional installer.
Do I have the right tools?
Rather than look at it as an opportunity to add to your tool
collection, consider what special tools you'll need for the
project. For example, installing a tile backsplash or floor
calls for a tile saw. If you have more than one tile project,
the saw is a good investment. If not, you might be better off
calling a professional and using your tool money for one that
will get more use.
Do I have the experience?
It’s true. There are lots of books that tell you how to do things.
However, some projects are easier than others. Painting the
bathroom requires little more than a bucket of paint, a brush
and some time for prep and cleanup. Installing a hardwood floor
calls for more, including knowing how to use power saws, nailers
and sanders. Before you invest a lot of time in trial and error,
consider calling a professional.
Here are some home improvement projects that could benefit from
a professional installer:
Outside
- Exterior doors
- Garage doors
- Garage door openers
- Roofing
- Siding
- Storage buildings
- Stand-by generators
- Water heaters and windows
Inside
- Carpet
- Tile
- Hardwood and laminate flooring
- Vinyl flooring
- Kitchen cabinets
- Kitchen countertops
- Window treatments
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