Even though we are a professional home improvement company, we know that many homeowners around the Minneapolis MN area are avid do-it-yourselfers. As homeowners ourselves, we understand that.
There can be great satisfaction in accomplishing a home remodeling project on your own. But sometimes the motivation is saving money. If that’s what you have in mind as you’re about to tackle a home improvement project, we’d like to let you know that DIY’ers often end up spending as much (or more) than if they were to hire a professional. Frankly, there are projects that you should trust to a MN home improvement professional in the industry to do prior to trying them yourself, since the amount that you pay for anything that goes wrong can cost you a lot in the aftermath.
Siding Replacement – It’s a Job Best Left to a Professional
There are a lot of tools and equipment that has to be used in order to replace the siding and a lot of times when you do it yourself, these tools are not available. It can be more cost effective to just hire a professional to do the job for you instead. They can get the necessary permits and get the job done correctly the first time around. And some siding manufacturers have very specific installation requirements to keep the warranty in force. A professional siding company that regularly works with products from that manufacturer would be familiar with those requirements.
Replacing the Roof is Not a DIY Project
You need to make sure that you think twice before you decide to replace the roof yourself. First of all, the top of a roof is is not the safest place for you to be. Professional roofers have gone through many years practicing safety guidelines to ensure that they are safe as possible. So instead of messing something up – or becoming seriously injured, think about hiring a roofing contractor for the job instead. Again, as with siding, a manufacturer’s warranty may have very specific installation requirements for the warranty to be valid.
Should You Install Replacement Windows Yourself?
When you want to obtain replacement windows, the first thing you might think is that it is easy to put them in. Just take out the old window and pop in the new one, right? Except it is not as simple as that. There are many windows to choose from and if they are not installed correctly, your old ones might have been just as efficient, if not more. Professionals know what they are doing, how to do it and also do it quickly.
Adding Insulation May Mean Special Equipment
If you’re going with blow-in insulation, you would just hire a contractor and they would get the job done and that is that. This is because you do not have the materials or equipment needed for this type of job. You need to also know local codes and make sure that you’re covering all the areas that should be covered and staying away from those that shouldn’t be touched.
Waterproofing the Basement – Which Solution Is the Right One?
A lot of times you might find a product offering the ‘solution’ to your wet basement problem. These are not quick fixes – they will not actually solve the problem that you’re having. You should have a professional come into the home and assess the situation and then fix it accordingly so it does not happen again. Wet basements happen for a variety of reasons, so it’s best to consult with a professional to get to the underlying cause and the right solution.
A good rule of thumb is that any project requiring a building permit should be left to a pro. Building permits are an indication that there are code issues and standards that the average homeowner may not be aware of.
If it’s time to tackle a home improvement project at your house, even if you’re an experienced DIYer, we suggest you call us for an estimate first. Speaking with the professionals here at Window Outfitters can help you get an accurate idea of what’s involved and what a pro would charge. We are a full-service exterior home remodeling company that is able to provide your home with the fixes that are needed. We offer a variety of exterior home improvement solutions such as roofing, siding, and window and door replacement in the Minneapolis MN area.
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