If you’re looking to start a renovation, you may be tempted to tackle some of the work yourself. But before you begin, take stock of your experience, strength, patience and abilities. We suggest that if you want to avoid issues and costly mistakes when renovating, here are 7 areas where you need a professional.
Wallpaper
Wallpaper can enhance the design and style of different rooms in the home. This is true whether you want to decorate a guest bathroom or add an accent wall in your living room.
Without a high level of precision and skill, it’s easy to make mistakes when wallpapering. (Especially if you’re looking to line up a pattern.) An experienced professional will ensure that the seams are even and smooth, giving you a long-lasting and aesthetically-pleasing result.
Masonry
It look a lot of work and careful planning to build a fireplace like the one seen above. Plus, masonry can be dangerous and requires plenty of strength. You’ll need several years of experience to ensure that it looks beautiful once the work is completed. Hire an expert to reduce the risk of injury and to have it completed quickly.
Tile
Laying tile in a shower or on the floor of your custom kitchen is another tricky project. Tiles must be cut to precision and laid with a talented eye. The process is slow, which might make you more prone to mistakes. We definitely recommend hiring tiling experts for any tiling project in your home.
Electrical
Unless you are a licensed electrician, we don’t recommend working with wiring. Crossed wires and wires that are improperly attached or grounded can be very dangerous mistakes. Electrical wiring requires meticulous work, making this an area where hiring a professional is a must.
Roofing
You may be capable of working on the roof, but if the job takes too long, it can expose the roof to rain and other environmental elements. Replacing your materials might be more costly than simply hiring a professional in the first place. This is definitely one of the seven areas where you need a professional.
Plumbing
Plumbing requires unique equipment for your bathroom renovation or custom home. (Especially if you’re putting in a urinal!) Instead of purchasing tools you’ll never use again, a qualified expert can complete your plumbing quickly and efficiently. Shoddy plumbing can also result in extensive damage to walls and flooring.
Carpentry
Carpentry is a science and an art. For one, experienced carpenters look beyond the final result. They consider consider structural integrity, durability and practicality. Carpenters can also recommend the most appropriate materials for your build based on your environment, your budget and durability.
7 areas where you need a professional – there’s more!
This list is definitely not exhaustive. We would add structural changes and insulation to the list. (Though most DIYers we know don’t tend to tackle those projects.)
At Alair, we ensure that we work with the right combination of trades and professionals to deliver beautiful, quality results. By hiring professionals, you can often end up saving time and money as well as obtaining the best results for your custom home or renovation.
If you’re looking to begin a renovation on your home, be sure to schedule a consultation.