Why you should hire a contractor instead of DIY

When we are looking at building a home or even doing some renovations it always crosses our minds to just try to do it ourselves. There are several reasons this is not a good idea. In the end, you are not likely saving money because you are not saving money due to the fact that you could do the project wrong, and also, you have no warranty on your work. When you hire a general contractor most likely they will always give you a warranty, if something happens to not work or mess up they will come out and correct the issue. In this article, we will discuss why you should let a professional General Contractor handle the task of building your home and any other bigger projects that would require some type of warranty to protect you.

When you do home improvements yourself, you don’t get a warranty. That means that if the work is not done well, you have no recourse and all the time and money you invested is gone. To make matters worse, a subpar construction job could even cause damage to your home. Your inexperience could cost you. It’s fairly standard for a general contractor to charge 20 to 30 percent over actual home-construction costs to compensate themselves for their services. Theoretically speaking, anyone could do that and if you did that work yourself you should save that 20 to 30 percent, and who does not want to save some money where and when they can. Using contractors can be advantageous for employers with fluctuating workloads. That’s because they can hire an IC for a specific task or project. Also, you will probably enjoy greater efficiency. Independent contractors bring specialized expertise to the job and can be productive immediately. If you are looking at a task that you think will only take a day or two it might be okay to tackle it yourself depending on what the project is, but ask yourself, How long will it take to complete the project? If you think a week or more is needed, consider hiring a general contractor. With his or her knowledge of the time any subcontractors will need, the contractor can keep things moving smoothly.

For small, simple projects, a do-it-yourself approach could work. For complicated, risky projects, call in a pro. There’s something appealing about the idea of a do-it-yourself home improvement project. By tackling a job yourself, you can save money on labor costs and enjoy work that’s been done with your own hands. With that being said just be sure the job is not too risky. Below I will include a checklist you should go over as you are looking to hire a General Contractor to do the task of your project:

Contractor Checklist and Tips

• Get Multiple Estimates.
• Hire Local, Licensed Contractors Whenever Possible.
• Check Their Past Work.
• Take Your Time Making a Sound Decision.
• Check Their Insurance and Bonding.
• Get Everything in Writing.
• Understand Your Right to Cancel.
• Don’t Pay Up-Front.

• Insurance Coverage of General Contractors.
• Well-Organized Schedule.
• Budget Management.
• Money Savings.
• Property Value Improvement.
• High Experience Levels.
• Customizable Services.

Insurance is a huge reason you want to go with a general contractor in Florida. Why do general contractors need insurance? An accident at a construction site could spell disaster for your small business. Business insurance for contractors helps cover expenses related to worksite injuries, stolen equipment, and other risks you face every day. This also applies to the build of a home, this is a sure set way to ensure that everyone including yourself is protected without you having to worry over it. If you do the job yourself and you get hurt during it, then you are the one left covering the cost. The most important insurance that a hired contractor should have is workers compensation insurance. Hiring a contractor without workers comp insurance could leave you paying an injured employee or subcontractor’s medical bills indefinitely, just for hiring someone to fix your property.

Taylor Builders have been doing business for a long time in Florida and South Florida. If you are looking for a trusted General Contractor with excellent references to handle your project, contact them today. We look forward to hearing from you!