In an age where we have The Home Depot and HGTV.com and even ABC’s Extreme Makeover, more and more people are not only compelled, but encouraged, to remodel their kitchens and bathrooms on their own.  It seems so easy, right?  People on TV make it seem so easy and in 30 minutes—VOILÁ!  You’ve got a brand-spanking-new bathroom or kitchen of your dreams.

Well, sorry to tell you, but welcome to the REAL world.  It ain’t as easy as it looks!

Most people choose the DIY remodel because the cost of hiring a professional to do it seems out of reach or “too expensive”.  The danger in this thinking is that the cost of not having your kitchen or bathroom remodeled professionally far outweighs the cost of hiring a professional in the first place.  Unlike say a living room or bedroom remodel, kitchen and bathroom remodels require a lot more skill because there are a lot of factors involved—plumbing, tile work, grouting, electrical and appliances, and much more!  If not done correctly, you could be paying a lot more for a professional to undo your DIY “boo boos” and doing it correctly.

Think about it.  If you wanted plastic surgery to fix that not-so-desirable area of your body, would you do surgery on yourself or hire a friend that was willing to do it for you?  Of course not!  Okay, so maybe that’s an unfair analogy because it deals with life and death.  How about your car?  If your car needed a new paint job and some body work, would you simply go out and buy some paint and fix it yourself?  Next to your home, your car is probably your next most valuable asset.  Would you trust yourself or a friend to do paint, body or even mechanical work on your car?  Probably not.  So, why would you choose a DIY remodeling job on your most valuable asset?

The next time you’re considering a kitchen or bathroom remodel, remember the old adage, “Don’t be pennywise and pound-foolish.”  The DIY remodel may end up costing you hundreds—if not thousands—more than hiring a professional!  So, make sure you do it right the first time and hire a professional!  NewBath Alabama offers free in-home consultations. Contact NewBath Alabama today for more information and to book your free consultation!

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