Should I Hire a Builder or DIY?

Should I hire a builder or DIY?

Pros of DIY Renovation

1. Cost Savings – Cost savings are considered to be the main advantage of DIY renovations. By doing the work yourself, you will cut immediate expenses significantly. Just remember that your materials will cost more with DIY compared to when you hire a builder and you will have to spend a significant amount of time finishing the project.
2. Creative Freedom – When you DIY, you know exactly what you want which allows you complete creative freedom. However, a good builder will listen to exactly what you want and execute it to a professional level while offering suggestions to your ideas. 
3. Sense of Accomplishment – There’s nothing better than completing a building project from start to finish… why do you think we chose to be builders! 
4. Flexibility – Some builders may have multiple projects on at one time meaning your project can’t always be worked on immediately unlike when you do it yourself (assuming you have no other time commitments).

Cons of DIY Renovation

1. Skill and Knowledge Required – Almost all building tasks require experience and knowledge to complete otherwise, the final product can be unatractive or even dangerous.
2. Time-Consuming – Because of the learning curve, lack of tools, lack of experience, and lack of a team, DIY will likely take a lot longer than hiring a builder by a significant amount. 
3. Quality Issues – Due to a lack of experience, your final product is likely to be less polished than that of a builder’s.
4. Unexpected Costs – Any mistakes made in the process can lead to significant costs and wasted money which aren’t initially considered when comparing DIY with builders costs.

Hiring a Professional Builder: Pros and Cons

Pros of Hiring a Professional Builder

1. Expertise and Experience – Professionals have years of experience, giving them strong knowledge on how best to complete your project.
2. Time Efficiency – When you hire a builder, they’re working to a schedule with a team of professionals, so they are sure to complete the project much quicker than someone who’s DIY’ing
3. Access to Better Materials and Tools – The access to specialised tools and discounts on materials that professionals have, means that your project will likely be completed to a higher standard compared to a DIY project. 

Cons of Hiring a Professional Builder

1. Higher Costs – Hiring a builder can be expensive for a full project. But if you choose the right builder, the additional cost will be well worth it. 
2. Finding the Right Builder Can Be Challenging – Finding a reliable builder who can complete the project to your desired specifications can be very tough. Check out our blog on what you need to know before hiring a builder to find out more about the hiring process.

    

   Which Option Is Right for You?

When you’re deciding between hiring a builder and DIY, you should consider the scale of the project, your skill level, and your budget. If you’re working on a small project like painting or installing shelves, DIY might be your best choice. However, for structural work, extensions, or large projects, hiring a builder is the safest and most efficient way to complete your project. 

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