Leave These Home Improvements To The Pros
I still remember the time I asked my husband to make a door to hide our electrical box in the basement and was surprised when I came home from work several hours later and he was still working on it. What I thought would be a simple task killed his entire day. Of course, what I was looking for was a simple door on hinges and what he created was, lets just say, modern art. That comedic situation aside, there are times when making home improvements yourself is a great way to increase the value of your home without having to pay a contractor. But, you don’t want to take on every project yourself. Whether they are complicated, dangerous or illegal, these are the home improvements Bob Vila says you should leave to the pros.
- Install a gas stove.
- Anything involving gas can be dangerous, so you’ll want to hire a plumber to install the gas line.
- Replace light fixtures.
- If your changes will affect electrical wiring, your safest choice is an electrician.
- Remove old installation.
- In older homes it could contain asbestos, which can be harmful to your health.
- Knock down a wall.
- Your city could require a permit if the wall is structural.
- HVAC Repair.
- Licensed professionals must undergo a thorough training and certification process to handle HVAC systems and potentially dangerous chemicals such as Freon. Plus, unlicensed repair work could lead the manufacturer to void your warranty.
- Hot Water Tank Replacement.
- Anytime you’re dealing with electricity and gas lines, it is a great idea to let a pro handle it. “Because of the permits, code adherences, safety regulations and risks – like possible carbon monoxide emissions – a licensed plumber is required to take on this home task,” Vila recommends.
Leave These Home Improvements To The Pros
Leave These Home Improvements To The Pros
Leave These Home Improvements To The Pros