The DIY Home Improvement Projects People Often Regret

Social media is one of the top reasons many homeowners are encouraged to do home improvement projects on their own. All of those tutorials online appear easy and the outcomes also look great.

However, in real life, doing major home upgrades can be very challenging without the experience of a professional. In this post, your trusted remodeling expert, Handyman Connection of Winter Park, discusses the DIY improvements homeowners regret the most.

Most Regretted DIY’s

ImproveNet surveyed 2,000 Americans who did DIY home improvements that didn’t turn out as they had hoped. On average, they had tried to do eight projects and more than half of the participants were not pleased with the outcome of at least one of those upgrades.

Below are the top ten most regretted DIY home improvements:

1. Floor tiles installation

2. Ceiling replacement

3. Hardwood floor refinish

4. Carpet installation

5. Basement finishing

6. Hardwood floor installation

7. Cabinetry refinish

8. Sprinklers installation

9. Shower or bath installation

10. Interior painting

At least half of the homeowners admitted that the main reason they decided to DIY their home upgrades was to save money. Other reasons include doing it as a challenge, just for fun and to make sure it was done properly.

Expectation vs. Reality

Many homeowners didn’t anticipate that projects like foundation repair and exterior painting could take longer than expected without help from the pros. Installing a roof and a patio, as well as designing a landscape, were more physically exhausting than they thought.

They found it technically harder to install electrical systems and backsplash, and build furniture. Some were injured while trying to install a fireplace, others got hurt putting up new windows, and still more when they tried to do foundation repair. Moreover, some of these projects also cost more than they expected and caused some form of damage to their house.

Hire a reliable contractor for major home improvements to avoid accidents and save on repair costs due to improper installation. You can rely on Handyman Connection of Winter Park for your remodeling needs. Call us at (407) 270-2348 or complete our online request form for an estimate.