Comments on: Knowing when to say when

By: Daqn Stewart

Daqn Stewart — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 08:39:40 +0000

Electricity is very dangerous. Be careful!

By: Ryan

Ryan — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 07:26:36 +0000

I agree with Aaron and Sarah! Good stuff guys!

By: Electrician in new York landscape lighting Nyc

Electrician in new York landscape lighting Nyc — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 21:18:10 +0000

Although electricity is used in every aspect of our lives, it is very dangerous for you to mess with if you haven't been formally trained and educated. Whenever you have electrical problems, hire an electrician right away.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 18:46:51 +0000

Well said, I know personally a fewpeople that attempt to DIY projects when they should definitely be calling up a pro. Even painting is something people should approach cautiously, to get a fantastic finish you really NEED the job inside and out - especially drywall mud as BMitch points out.

By: BMitch

BMitch — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 17:38:06 +0000

Great to see another blog post. To add to the list:

Roofing: In addition to the danger of a fall, there's also the risk that you'll improperly install some flashing or miss a layer of water proofing and end up with a leak and major cleanup.
Drywall mudding: It looks easy until you try it. Then you realize it's as much of an art as it is a skill.
Load bearing structural changes: Do you really want to find out that you can't move that wall the hard way?

By: tester101

tester101 — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 17:03:40 +0000

Jay you're right, I didn't mention working with gas lines. I guess I lump that in with HVAC, which maybe I really shouldn't.

By: Jay Bazuzi

Jay Bazuzi — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 16:33:40 +0000

I'd like to add that working on existing plumbing often involves struggling with fused threads and working in cramped locations. Those add to frustration and delay.

You didn't mention gas, where a mistake can result in an explosion.