DIY Home Renovation Advice

Here’s some of our best guidance for DIY home renovations, based on our own personal experiences and input from our industry partners:

  1. Give yourself plenty of time! If you’re spearheading your own renovation project, give yourself time for the plan to evolve. Every project inevitably uncovers unexpected problems, and you’ll need time to find creative, cost-effective solutions. It’s OK to take your time!

  2. Ask for help when you need it. If you feel overwhelmed, it’s OK to ask for help or accept offers from family, friends, and neighbors who lend support. Tapping into your network can help build relationships while you tackle big projects and move quicker with extra sets of hands.

  3. Pull in a professional when necessary. Hiring a contractor may seem expensive at first, but making a critical mistake in your DIY project can be even more costly. If you feel like you’re out of your depth on a project, call a professional for help.