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When summertime hits, it’s a good time to get some home improvement projects done. The weather is ideal and the days are longer, so why not tackle a DIY project or two? But while there are many things that an ambitious DIY type can handle, there are other projects better left to the professionals. One of these is a Sacramento, CA patio cover. Here’s a look at the types of projects that you’d be better off leaving in the capable hands of experienced experts.
Patio Cover
What’s not to love about a patio cover over your back deck? California is blessed with sunshine, but too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. So while exposure to the sun is good for your daily dose of vitamin D, too much sun will expose you to harmful ultraviolet rays.
Enter a patio cover. With a patio cover, you’ll get the protection you need to stay safe while enjoying the sun. But you won’t get the benefits you want if the patio cover is not installed properly. Installing a patio deck is not just a matter of unpacking it and setting it up. You’ll have to do proper measurements, conduct a site assessment to determine what the best solution is, and then choose the right design to perfectly suit your patio deck and home. Even one mistake can jeopardize your investment – and that’s not what you want after you spend your money.
Kitchen
Yes, there are some talented DIY types out there who are Jacks or Jills of all trades – but a kitchen renovation project really is next-level stuff that is best left to professionals. You’ll have to contend with flooring, cupboards, and possibly electrical outlets if you need to relocate, say, your fridge, dishwasher, or even stove. So while you very well may have prior experience doing all types of work on your home, most DIY types would be better served to find a contractor for a kitchen reno.
Basement
It’s not uncommon for people to sell homes with either an unfinished or a partially finished basement. If you’re buying such a home, the good news is that you can often get it for a discount if the basement is unfinished. You can also boost the value of such a home if, after buying it, you decide to get it finished. But when you consider building codes applicable to your region and other particulars associated with finishing a basement, you may want to leave it to the experts.
These are just a few projects that are best left to professional contractors – even if you’re a capable DIY type who loves taking on new challenges. If you’re interested in exploring the addition of a patio cover to your deck and home, get in touch with us at Clark Wagaman Designs for the help you require. We specialize in patio covers in Sacramento, CA, and our installers will get the job done right the first time. Contact us at (916) 825-4736 or visit us at 3500 Power Inn Rd Ste C Sacramento, CA 95826. We’ll be glad to help.
