How to Prepare for the Unforeseen Home Repair

With the popularity of home improvement shows designed to enthrall viewers with stunning renovations, it’s easy to get swept up in the DIY craze. In the hopes of saving money and channeling their inner design diva, even not-so-handy homeowners may be tempted to pick up a hammer and give home repair a go. This may sound empowering, but there are several home repairs you should never do yourself, no matter how many renovation shows you watch.

While there are home repairs that can certainly be tackled by enthusiastic amateurs, taking on complicated tasks you’re not qualified to do can have costly consequences. Fact: There is such a thing as home repairs best left to professionals, like major plumbing repairs, gas appliance repair, and structural work.  Not only could faulty work lead to spending more money on repairs than you would have spent if you’d hired a pro from the start, they could result in your home not being up to code, serious injuries or even death.  So grab your phone instead of a hammer the next time you’re faced with a large or potentially dangerous renovation.

But does being faced with a massive home repair or renovation mean you have to break the bank?  To make sure your finances are always prepared for a home repair best left to professionals, open an online savings account for a home repair/improvement emergency fund or take a look at interest rates and consider a home remodel loan. If a costly or unexpected home repair does creep up, you’ll have the funds to quickly and safely address it. Don’t worry… you can satisfy your DIY craving with another task around the house.

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