ya know, when that comes up?
2007-01-27 22:46:30 · 11 answers · asked by FuForce541 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Only if you know how ...OR.... if you screw it up will it take just a little money to undo the wrong and do it right. If it fits either of these categories I go for it. You learn alot trying yourself. Common sense tells you when to back off. Also, if you have to hire someone to do it, watch them. Next time it breaks you can probably do it yourself. m
2007-01-28 08:39:42 · answer #1 · answered by Mache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the job ... Ask your self one thing before you tackle a DIY project - If I screw this up, what will it take to make it right ? I've been a woodworker and renovator for 40 years ( I was also an Electronics Tech for 35 years) - There are several jobs I won't tackle on my own - Rerouting plumbing (whether it's slab or not) and carpeting - I'm comfortable doing just about everything else to include roofing, electrical ( I did hire out changing from 100AMP service to 200 AMP service) , drywall , molding, painting , tile and wood floors.
Having to buy a whole new piece of carpet at 15-20 bucks a yard , or busting a pipe that's embedded in concrete can be pretty expensive if something goes wrong !!
2007-01-28 04:11:15 · answer #2 · answered by drackip 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of corse it is. There is great satisfaction in DIY. The job might not be perfict but you learn and improve with each project. As long you don't endainger life or limb. I certanly coulden't afford to have a professional do everything. The more things you do yourself confidence is gaine and the more projects will be tackled. Good Luck,
P.S. If you have children let them help. They will learn by watching and doing. My adult son is now not afraid to tackle any project no matter how big.
2007-01-27 23:07:05 · answer #3 · answered by mountainriley 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am a woman and I have done everything within my power. I change my oil, spark plugs, radiator, gas tank, shocks. I bought a motor for my half ton Chevy and stood on it to get the motor, with transmission bolted to it, while hoisted over an old tree, to line it up so I could tighten everything down. I drive a 64 Ford and have for 20 years and work on it myself. I have to go to the Tractor supply store to get parts some times. Can't stand for anyone to touch it. I have replaced plumping, wired my house, laid sub-flooring, fixed toilets, landscaped, repaired appliances, re-upholstered sofas, all to save money. I figure that if I can fix it myself then I have learned something and if I can't then I've learned something. But you can bet I will be right on top of the person I hire to fix my mistake to see how I should have done it. This has only happened once by the way. Men usually freak out that I am willing to watch them work on things. I once asked a contractor if I could video tape the building of a house just so I could learn more. He let me. I am a draftsman by trade. I will save money anywhere I can just so my DH can spend it. Yea! I know! I am nice. Of course my fingernails often look like crap.
2007-01-28 12:48:59 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
DIY er's can do just a good a job as well as a professional on certain projects. It saves alot of money. When it comes to electric(major jobs) or Plumbing(major jobs) ect...call a professional as the maybe codes that have to be followed. I do alot of projects myself and enjoy the work and the results. I am mechanically inclined so i learn a bit easier. If Nothing else buy a book and learn the simple stuff as you go...helps you to better understand the major stuff
2007-01-27 22:59:11 · answer #5 · answered by Michael K 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go DIY. Everyone has a point though where they have to stop, take a step back, and say out loud "I can't do this." Seriously. Either for a lack of tools, skill with those tools, or resonable basic knowledge in the area.
2007-01-28 11:41:53 · answer #6 · answered by caffine_loady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been a DIY'er since I was 13. I am now 60 and find I don't have the energy to do it as much as I used to.On those occasions I have found that professional help is indispensable when it comes up.Fortunately that isn't very often so I don't have to spend as much money on it as before.
2007-01-27 23:58:42 · answer #7 · answered by txpilot 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I tell myself it's better to do it myself, but sometimes I feel weak and would prefer to have someone do it for me. Afterwards, I really don't care either way, though.
I mean - when that comes up.
2007-01-27 22:55:39 · answer #8 · answered by no answers here 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yeah it is better...becuz in the end if things don't turn out the way you want them to..you can't get madd at anyone except for yourself
2007-01-28 11:34:18 · answer #9 · answered by nyadastar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
diy is fun
2007-01-27 23:02:24 · answer #10 · answered by peter g 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋