New research from BuildSafe reveals that seven in ten (70%) UK DIYers cite cost as the main reason for tackling large or tricky home improvement projects themselves, but many are ending up worse off after underestimating the time, planning and expertise required, sometimes to the point of having to redo completed work entirely.
With tradespeople expected to raise their prices by 9.5...
With shifting seasonal trends and the powerful influence of social media, Brits are feeling the pressure to rush DIY projects to keep up with the latest aesthetics.
This may result in a lack of consideration regarding the quality and durability of products selected, something which can, in the long-term, result in additional expenses as well as time and effort.
According to Aviva research , 7 million UK homeowners plan to renovate their homes within the next two years. And for those planning renovations, there is a growing desire to improve a home's eco-credentials, with NatWest finding that 65% of homeowners plan to improve the environmental sustainability of their home in the next 10 years.
Research by property maintenance solution provider, Help me Fix , reveals what the scariest home improvement mistakes are, based on the financial repercussions of DIY disasters within the home.
It is estimated that the average cost of making a home improvement mistake in the UK is just under £4,000. However, for Londoners, a DIY screw up results in a far more terrifying average...
