DIY Vs Tradesman

DIY VS TRADESMAN How much could you save by doing it yourself? Have you ever hired a tradesman to take on a home improvement task and been left wondering why you didn't just save some money by doing it yourself? While some jobs around the home are incredibly complicated and need an expert's touch, there are many undertakings that anyone with a bit of know-how can confidently tackle. We've brought together some common home improvement projects to show you how much cash can be saved with a bit of DIY. FITTING FLATPACK FURNITURE It can be fiddly and it can be infuriating, but with a bit of patience putting together flatpack furniture is as simple as following the instructions and using the supplied tools. Cost of furniture £20 per hour RESEALING A SHOWER Anyone with a few hours to spare can reseal a shower. £60 labour, £5 for the sealant including materials PUTTING UP A SET OF SHELVES With just a drill, screws, a pencil, a stud detector, a spirit level and a hammer and nail - plus a good dose of attention to detail - you can easily fit your own set of shelves. Roughly £60 for wood and fittings £190 for a day's labour, including materials for 8 shelves PAINTING A ROOM As long as the plaster is in good nick, painting a medium-sized room is straightforward and can be done over a weekend or in the evenings after work. Roughly £40 for material £280 for 2 day's work, including materials LAYING A LOFT FLOOR For those who are confident wearing a tool belt, laying a loft floor takes a little time and effort -but can create big savings. Roughly £150 for loft panels £400 to board a medium-sized loft, including materials Blinds Supermarket