Chart: Remodel It Myself or Hire a Pro?

Hopefully, you have already considered some aspects of whether or not you want to take on home renovation projects yourself or hire a professional.

Now we get down to the details.  None of these recommendations are set in stone.  In fact, a few of them reflect my own bias.  For instance, I have no problem doing minor electrical work and so I recommend that you do it yourself.  But some homeowners fear touching anything electrical and don't even want to do something as simple as changing out an outlet.

  So, ​adapt these recommendations as you wish.