When Is It OK to DIY in Home Decor?
All homeowners quickly realize that buying the home isn’t the end of spending money on it. Upkeep, renovations, and more means more and more investment into the property. Which is why many homeowners turn to DIY projects in an effort to save money. And DIY can be OK, but sometimes it’s better to call in the professionals from the start. At Windows, Walls & More serving West Bloomfield, we have a few tips for how to decide whether it’s OK to DIY.
Before You Start the Project
Before you start knocking down walls or tearing out pipes, be sure to ask yourself the following questions to help determine if it’s better to hire a skilled tradesperson:
- Will this be safe for me? If things like electricity or precarious heights are involved, the project might lean toward the dangerous side. Before you get too far down the path, ask yourself if you could get injured doing the work. If the answer is yes, it’s time to call a pro.
- Am I skilled enough to complete this project? Sometimes, the more complex projects require a great deal of practice and skill. Are you comfortable taking on a major renovation if it means you might have to learn as you go? As a general rule of thumb, you’ll more likely want to have a licensed professional if you’re looking to fix anything involving electricity, water, or heat sources.
- How much time am I willing to give up? We’ve all seen how much time home projects can take up, including evenings, weekends, and any spare moments you have. The money savings might be a big draw, but are you willing to let go of your free time? Plus, to have your home in disarray for long periods of time can be disarming. So hiring someone to take care of the project might be your best solution.
Window Fashions
Your local home goods store certainly offers off-the-shelf window treatments, which might be tempting. However, even though they might be fine in the short term, you might not be happy with them in the long run. With professional installation from Windows, Walls & More, you know you’ll get proper fit and measurement for your selected product, including understanding how to manage windows that aren’t perfectly square. Your installer will understand mounting depth and have an eye for whether woodwork or hardware will be an issue. They’ll also know how to install your treatment for the best light control. Furthermore, the professional installer will use the most advanced equipment and techniques when measuring and installing. As you can guess, anything less than a perfect fit means less than perfect performance and look. So don’t hesitate to spend a little extra money on the professionals—it will be money well spent.
Professionally Installed Window Treatments in West Bloomfield
Windows, Walls & More was established in 1977 and has become the leader in window treatments and window treatment motorization, as well as wallpaper, interior design and more. With a beautiful Hunter Douglas Gallery showroom in West Bloomfield, Windows, Walls & More serves West Bloomfield and the surrounding areas, including Franklin, Livonia, Birmingham, Farmington Hills, Bloomfield Hills, Commerce Township, Northville and Novi. Stop by our Hunter Douglas Gallery to see our many functional window covering displays. For more information, or to schedule your free in-store consultation, give us a call today at 248-661-3840.
