Chicago DIY Information and Advice
If you are anything like me, then you enjoy working on your own home and getting things done yourself. The whole “DIY” revolution is sweeping the country and I am smack dab in the middle. But there are still just a few tasks that I hire out to ensure they get done right.
Pest Control
I don’t know about you, but controlling pests like ants, fleas, spiders and ticks just seems like a never ending battle that I just can’t win. In addition, mice are just not my cup of team either. That’s why I always call exterminators like Terminix to come out and keep my home clear and pest free. For some reason, pest control seems like something I want to leave to pros, especially in the case of termites. I’ve heard many horror stories with those critters and I am not willing to be another victim!
Chicago Lawn Care Treatments
I am very mindful that anything I put on my lawn could potentially either not work right, or even damage the turf. Fertilizer does not seem that complicated, but there are so many different types that I just can’t figure them out. I do apply some weed control and insect treatments because those are a little more full proof, but when it comes to the nuts and bolts lawn treatments, I leave it up to the professionals.
Electrical Work
I just don’t want to take any chances with this one. All I can think about with electrical work are shocks and fires. Neither of those seem like something I want to have happen in my house. Now don’t get me wrong, I have no problem changing light fixtures; I just won’t add circuits.
Plumbing
I can do almost any plumbing work that comes up, but honestly, I just don’t like it. I can sweat joints in copper and layout a bathroom schematic, but it just is no fun that all. And then, of course there is the time factor. I am a slow plumber and would rather have the rough in done by a pro who can get it done in one day. I can handle the plumbing fixtures and such, I just don’t like doing the piping.
You may have a better handle on some of these chores and are able to accomplish them on your own. But for me, I’d rather hire out some of the more difficult and important tasks, just to make sure they get done properly and nothing gets overlooked. You might do well to take this same advice.