If you're an avid DIYer, then you know that pretty much everything can be made from scratch or fixed. It's only when we get lazy or lack skills that we rely on buying stuff.
On the other hand, some folks are just more comfortable hiring a professional to do something that's still pretty easy. Here are some of those times a DIY could have sufficed.
One careful dad wanted to get an electrician to install towel holders in the bathroom! "Who do we get to install these, would an electrician do that? OMG, I wonder what the electrician would think of that?
It's an acquired skill after all, but why pay $3 for two peeled hard-boiled eggs in a plastic bag, when you can buy a tray of 36 raw eggs at Costco for $5 and boil them yourself?
An A/C tripped a breaker, so the client wanted him to come and flick a switch. He explained over the phone for free what they should do, but they insisted on having him come over and paying $75. Wow.
Well, if you do, I assume it's for convenience. But do you realize you can just boil some veggies and blend them in a blender? That's pretty much how baby food gets made, and it's super expensive to buy.
However, going to a mechanic all the time can be costly. It's actually pretty easy to change the oil yourself. You only need a few tools and maybe a YouTube video.
There's no need to buy a brand new phone. All you need to do is buy a new battery for less than $30 and replace it yourself. There are plenty of YouTube videos to help you.
Instead, buy yourself a nice coffee maker and make your own brew. I bet your wallet is going to thank you so much in the long run.
But it's really easy to do it yourself. All you need is a hose or a power washer to be able to clear everything nicely. And it shouldn't take that long either.
I know it can be intimidating for some people. I felt that way, too. But I really didn't want to spend $300 to have somebody else do it. Now I use tax software and spend less than $40.
In my opinion, it's a waste of money. You can totally make it yourself. Mix some olive oil with balsamic vinegar, add any other flavors you like and voilà!
"My uncle hired an electrician to replace the outlet covers in his house. Family offered to do it for free, but he wanted to have it done by 'the professionals.'"
LOL, it's just an outlet cover!
Are they easy to DIY, in your opinion? I definitely wouldn't call an electrician to replace my outlet covers. But if you have all the money in the world, I guess you can just stay lazy.
