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Month: September 2018

Should You Use a Contractor or DIY?

Should You Use a Contractor or DIY?

Love It or List It. Trading Spaces. Flip or Flop. People are obsessed with home-project shows. Every year, more people seem to be taking on more DIY projects for their homes, which is great! However, repairs and remodeling jobs can be a big undertaking time wise and financially. For example, if you’re looking to redo your kitchen, the average remodeling cost is $20,000. Most of the cost in a remodeling job is the labor. Labor can cost anywhere between $30 to $125 per hour.

Since labor costs are so high, many individuals have opted to do things themselves. However, not every project should be a DIY. If you have little to no experience with electrical or plumbing work, you may cause actually damage or problems to your room. Contractors are skilled professionals who are experienced in specific trades. They can do the jobs efficiently and effectively, and they likely will do a better job than you. Wouldn’t you rather your new kitchen looking flawless?

Electrical wiring, installing tile, plumbing, and carpentry may be too far out of your wheelhouse, but you could save costs by installing a carpet, insulating rooms, or painting. If you’re wondering whether you need a contractor or not, you need to figure out your skill set, how much money you have, and how much time you have. read more