DIY Vs. Professional Remodeling: When To Hire And When To Tackle It Yourself

Ready to dive into your next home remodeling project? Remodeling can be a lot of fun when it comes to choosing new color schemes and backsplashes.

Construction and demolition can even be exciting, but sometimes it’s hard to know when DIY remodeling is ideal vs. when it’s better to leave it to the professionals.

What To Consider

When deciding whether to remodel your home yourself or let someone else take over, it’s important to consider a few things.

Time Commitment

Do you have a lot of time to get the project done? Or do you have a shorter timeline? Maybe you have a lot of other things going on between work, kids, and outside activities? 

If your ideal timeline for finishing the remodel is quickly approaching or you simply don’t have time to complete the project, it could be beneficial to hire a professional. Contractors have specialized experience and can often finish the project faster than you can alone.

Overall Cost

Most professionals will be able to give you a quote estimating how much it will cost them to complete your project. If you find that you can purchase the materials for less and understand what you’re doing when it comes to remodeling, it could be more cost-effective to do the remodel yourself. 

Remember to consider their service fee in the overall cost. Sometimes it just makes sense to pay a little more to have a professional get the job done, especially if you would need to purchase specific tools to complete your remodel. Weigh all your options before making a final decision.

Construction Knowledge

It’s good to have ideas in place for what you want in your remodel. However, do you understand what it takes to execute your plan? If you are completing small renovations, you may be able to complete them yourself. 

When the job is larger, it becomes a lot harder to remember the small details. Consider bringing in professional help if you have little to no experience in renovation or if you’re planning a bigger remodeling project.

Quality Results

If you’ve never done a remodel before, you can learn a lot by doing it yourself. However, professional contractors do this work every single day. They work with clients and focus on executing their vision day in and day out. 

When you find a good contractor you can trust, you can get quality results every single time. That’s never guaranteed when you do the project yourself.

When To DIY Remodel

So when is it best to dive into DIY remodeling and when should I let the professionals handle it? With minor projects like repainting, removing popcorn ceilings, hanging shelves, or installing a new light fixture, you can likely complete the project yourself. 

For bigger remodeling projects like installing new cabinets or appliances, taking down a dividing wall in your house, or anything else that involves even minor demolition, it’s good to let the professionals take over. 

Completing big renovations by yourself is not only dangerous, but it will often end with poor results. Think about what you’re hoping to do with your next home remodel, then decide whether you can get the job done or if you should hire outside help.

Professional Help You Can Trust

Are you looking at a DIY remodeling project because you don’t trust the professionals to successfully execute your vision? Find a company you can trust!

At Timber Rock Construction, we strive to bring your vision for your custom home or remodel to life. You’re part of each step of our process and we work with you to make sure we understand what we can do to make your dream home.

If you’re ready to get started on your next remodeling project, contact us today to see how we can help!