Bathroom Remodeling: Do-It-Yourself, or Hire Pros? Bathroom Remodeling Do-It-Yourself, or Hire Pros | Page 2

The obvious solution is to call in the
professionals...
Even seasoned DIYers gulp and take a deep breath when
considering tackling a bathroom remodeling job. Other than
perhaps a kitchen, no project is more involved in terms of the
systems and skills involved. Bathroom remodeling is all about
plumbing, electrical, and tile work—all highly skilled trades. It's
dense, tight work, too; every square foot counts. And then there
are the frequent surprises, such as when you find rotting subfloor
and joists below a leaky shower or cast iron plumbing stacks that
have rusted to the point of crumbling. And finally, there is the time
pressure. Bathrooms are essential spaces, and a DIYer is under
great pressure to get the room remodeled as quickly as possible.
The obvious solution is to call in the professionals, whether this
means hiring a general contractor (GC) to manage the project from
start to finish, or hiring your own subcontractors for each stage of
the process. The pros will do the job well and almost certainly
faster than you can.
Yes, there's only one real reason why you wouldn't hire
professionals to handle your bathroom remodeling job. But it is a
very important reason.
Money.
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