Is A Contractor More Affordable Than DIY ?
Posted on: March 19, 2020
Why Hiring A Contractor Is More Affordable Than DIY?
When you purchase a home, the down payment is only the beginning of the expenses you’re billed to pay. Utility bills, property tax, insurance, and repairs are all around the corner and while it may be great to save up some money by attempting to fix the problem yourself, you may end up spending more money in the long run. There’s only so much that DIY hacks can do. Some projects require professional opinions and skills and leaving it to some do it yourself tips on the internet can be very detrimental to not just the project but equally its environs. Nevertheless, here’s why you should ditch the DIY and book a certified contractor for your next home project.
DIY comes off the top of your head
You don’t need to have any form of skills for DIY and as such, you can end up fabricating something which is neither stable nor practical. DIY is honestly chaotic as there are no written down professional guidelines to help you throughout the remodeling project you’re embarking on. It’s really a gamble as whatever you’re doing could go terribly wrong thus costing you more money to fix it professionally by hiring a contractor.
Cost of materials
With DIY you’re burdened with the purchase of the materials, tools, and products you’re meant to use and even though the service charge has been eliminated, what are the odds that the service you’re doing yourself will pay off. You’re no expert in any building, construction or remodeling project so you’re bound to make mistakes which could cost you more products. Hence, it’s just easier and cheaper to hire a contracting company.
Time is money
DIY always seems easy on paper but, it can be very tedious especially when you’re a novice. Because of this inexperience, you’re likely to spend more time trying to figure it out. This is a valuable time that could be invested in something profitable.
Insurance
Contracting companies offer insurance to prevent you from spending more if something goes wrong after the project’s completion. DIY offers no insurance whatsoever. If something goes wrong, you bear the entire burden of starting over as there’s no compensation.
Licensing, Permits and Building codesÂ
By working with a licensed Contractor you know that hold certifications of trainings and they have the experience , but also they have Guarantee Fund through Maryland Home improvement commission for your protection.
They pull permits , they know the building codes and your projects are getting inspected through your city or your state Home inspectors so you know that your remodeling is under code and you are safe to use .
With building constructions, remodeling or home projects, DIY is never the answer. Not only is it incredibly unsafe but in the long run it costs more than contracting companies and there are zero guarantees of your project’s feasibility. Hence, taking the professional high-road is the better, cheaper, safer and insured way to go.
If you are having a remodeling project and you are ready to start give a call to your certified Local Contractor 410-633-2308 or email us !
