Perfect time to tackle some DIY (do-it-yourself) projects, right? Wrong – when it comes to roofing! Unless you are a professional, those little projects could end up causing extensive damage and needing costly repairs! Don’t do it!
It’s what keeps the elements at bay and what maintains the integrity of everything below. Any roofing repair or replacement deviation can lead to massive leaks and the kind of damage you may not be able to recover from financially. So, if you’re thinking of DIY-ing to save some money, try something not tied to the structure of your entire home!
Have you seen the pictures of amateur roofers or home project DIY-ers in a balancing act to get the job done? You probably don’t have the necessary safety equipment that professional roofers have and a fall from your roof can end your life, definitely not worth that risk!
The long-term costs of repairing or replacing your own roof far exceed any savings you think might come from doing the labor part yourself. Roofing materials will be at a premium for you, whereas roofers get bulk purchasing discounts. You also won’t have the same warranty protections you would have if you hired a professional. You could even potentially lose insurance coverage which would be damaging to your mortgage.
Remember: DIY a piece of furniture, don’t DIY your roof.
Leave that part to the professionals.
*According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
