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A Norwich and Sidney Pennysavers Publication May 4, 2021
Should I DIY?
3 questions to
determine if it’s
best to renovate
on your own
A do-it-yourself mentality has taken hold in millions of households across
the globe. Popular television channels like HGTV and DIY Network as
well as accessible home improvement content on apps like YouTube has
inspired many homeowners to tackle renovation projects around their
homes. Taking such initiative is admirable, though it also can prove costly
if homeowners end up biting off more than they can chew.
Home improvement videos and television shows have a tendency to
oversimplify renovation projects, potentially giving homeowners a false
sense of confidence in their DIY abilities. A concerted effort on the part of
homeowners to determine if it’s best to renovate on their own or hire a
professional should always be the first step of any renovation project. No
two homeowners are the same, but the following three questions can help
homeowners determine if DIY is their best option.
1. Can I afford to DIY?
Professional home improvement projects are costly for a variety of included in any DIY project cost estimates. Labor also factors heavily into
reasons. Materials can be costly, but so are the tools and labor necessary to professional projects, and for good reason. Talented contractors have
do the job right. Homeowners may not have the tools necessary to unique skills that have been developed and perfected over many years.
complete complicated projects. Specialty tools can be expensive to Those skills can ensure projects are completed quickly and correctly. Labor
purchase or even rent, and the cost of acquiring such tools should be may seem costly, but such costs may ultimately prove to be a bargain
compared to the cost of fixing DIY mistakes. Projects that are minor in
scope and don’t require the use of potentially costly specialty tools may be
better suited for weekend warriors than more complicated renovations.
2. Do I have the time?
Homeowners must determine how much time they have to complete a
project before deciding to do it themselves. No one wants to spend months
staring at an unfinished renovation project. Homeowners who are already
pressed for time may not be able to complete projects in a timely fashion,
which can make homes less comfortable and even less safe.
3. Can I pull this off?
DIY projects can instill homeowners with a sense of pride in their homes,
but it’s imperative that homeowners considering the DIY option conduct an
honest assessment of their skills. A lack of renovation experience does not
necessarily mean a homeowner cannot successfully complete a DIY
project. But in such instances, it may be best to start with small,
straightforward projects and then gradually move up to bigger, more
complicated projects as skills are fine tuned. And homeowners who have
never been at their best with a hammer in hand should not be ashamed to
leave the work to the professionals.
Television shows and online tutorials can make renovations appear easier
than they actually are. Homeowners considering DIY renovations can ask
themselves a handful of questions to determine if they’re ready for the
challenge of renovating their homes on their own. SH212662
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Exploring different
backyard structures
Designing an ideal backyard space requires forethought and an eye for style.
Knowing which features to include in a yard often boils down to what
homeowners want to achieve in the space. Will it be a relaxing oasis or a
central entertaining focal point?
People often look to various structures to add height and visual interest to
outdoor spaces. Homeowners will likely come across structures like arbors,
gazebos, pergolas, and even trellises as they wade through the variety of
features they can incorporate
into backyard plans. Each of
these structures can add appeal,
but they also can offer shelter
from the sun and privacy when
enjoying the yard. There are comes from the Italian word “pergula,” which means “projection.” Pergolas
significant differences between were once projected from exterior walls and supported on one side by pillars
each structure, so here’s an in- or columns. Today, arbors are usually freestanding units with two or four
depth look at what sets them posts. Pergolas may be connected on one side to a home or another structure.
apart. Some are freestanding units supported by four posts. Pergolas tend to be
• Arbor: An arbor is one of the larger and offer more privacy and shade than arbors.
more simple garden structures. • Gazebo: Gazebos are more defined garden buildings, states the contractor
It is usually a frame that is referral site Network. Gazebos are freestanding units that can be built in
arched or square-cornered. various shapes. Some are octagonal, others are square. Like a pergola, a
Most homeowners use it as an gazebo is supported by columns and may have low railings or built-in
entryway to a garden or even benches. Gazebos also may have a more solid roof than arbors or pergolas,
the front of the home. Those providing sun and other weather protection. The roof may have added
with green thumbs may cover architectural appeal, like a cupola.
the arbor with climbing and • Trellis: A trellis is a simple, geometrically-shaped structure that provides a
trailing plants. The Spruce says surface for climbing plants. A trellis also may support fruit-bearing trees.
arbors date back to early Egyptian and Roman gardens and were used Trellis work may be used in conjunction with an arbor or pergola, or be
throughout Europe by the late 16th century. installed on fencing.
• Pergola: The words arbor and pergola are often used interchangeably, but Incorporating structures into backyard designs can provide functionality and
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commercial grade attributes, providing 44’’ or 48’’ deck width options. if not all, of the work themselves.
A large fuel capacity, hefty drive tires for added traction, and a dual The Electrical Safety Foundation International, a nonprofit organization
drive system set the 400S far above the competition
dedicated to promoting electrical safety, recommends that homeowners leave
Buy now before May 31, electrical work to the professionals. Licensed electricians are well-trained,
whereas homeowners may not be skilled enough to avoid accidents or
2021 and receive injuries, which can prove fatal when working with electricity.
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Homeowners who take the do-it-yourself route with electrical work should
Interest consider these safety tips, courtesy of the ESFI, before beginning a home
for 36 months* electrical project.
• Learn your home electrical system. Home electrical systems may include
On purchases of $2,000 or more made with your Briggs & Stratton credit card between 05/01/2021 - 05/31/2021. A $150
promo fee will be charged. Equal monthly payments required for 36 months.
power lines, electric meters, service panels, subpanels, wiring, and more.
Qualifying purchase amount must be on one receipt. A promo fee will be charged and included in the promo purchase
balance equal to $150. No monthly interest will be charged on promo purchase balance including related promo fee, and
These systems are complex, and homeowners who intend to do some DIY
equal monthly payments are required on promo purchase until it is paid in full. The payments equal the initial total promo electrical work should familiarize themselves with their home electrical
purchase amount divided by the number of months in the promo period, rounded up to the next whole dollar. These payments
may be higher than the payments that would be required if this purchase was a non-promo purchase. Regular account terms systems prior to beginning any work. The ESFI notes that knowledge of their
apply to non-promo purchases. New Account APR is 26.99%, Minimum Interest Charge is $2. Existing cardholders: See your
credit card agreement terms. Subject to credit approval. home electrical systems can help homeowners more safely navigate them and
make maintenance easier.
• Honestly assess your skills. An honest assessment of skills is absolutely
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working on their home’s
electrical systems. Little
or no experience
working with electrical
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project. Driveways • Parking Lots
• Turn the power off. It’s
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make sure the products
are unplugged prior to
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• Do not touch plumbing
or gas pipes when doing Driveway
electrical work. The & Parking Lot
experts at the Indiana Sealing
Electric Cooperative
note that the risk for
electrocution is significant when water comes in contact with electricity. It’s
imperative that homeowners do not touch plumbing and gas pipes when
performing a DIY electrical project. Professionals know how to work around
such pipes while minimizing their risk for electric shock or worse, and
homeowners must familiarize themselves with the techniques professionals
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Homeowners are best served by leaving electrical work to the professionals.
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