Combine the appeal of saving money with the satisfaction of completing your own handy work and repairs. Add in the endless sources of DIY information available through Google, You Tube, books, TV and even radio- it’s no wonder that DIY home improvement is one of Australia’s favourite past times. According to a recent survey, in the last year 62% of Australians did some form of DIY to their home.
Now I’m all for getting in and giving it a go but just because you CAN do it doesn’t always mean you SHOULD. There are some areas of home improvement you must never attempt to do yourself no matter how many videos you watch.
If the project involves plumbing, gas, electricity or hazardous materials, leave it to the professionals with the skill and expertise as well as the proper tools and safety equipment. It’s not only for the obvious safety concerns that you’d bring in an expert- some jobs are illegal to DIY! Don’t be fooled by the huge selection of plumbing and electrical supplies at the hardware store. While you don’t need a licence to buy it, you most definitely need a licence to install it.
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Roof repairs. There are just too many things that could go wrong, especially if you’re not comfortable with heights- climbing a ladder, walking on the roof while lugging around materials and tools present some serious safety hazards. A roof is one of the most important parts of any home, it protects everything inside. Even small mistakes could be costly to