DIY or Die Trying? What Squid Game Teaches Us About Renovations
In a recent Squid Game scene, a couple of characters casually talk about doing the renovations themselves. While it makes for an amusing moment, it actually hits close to home for many homeowners and property managers:
“How hard can it really be?”
The truth? Taking on a renovation without experience is a bit like joining a survival game you’re not equipped for. It starts with confidence but can quickly spiral into confusion, costly mistakes, and blown timelines.
Here’s why hiring competent tradespeople and a reliable General Contractor is more than worth it:
🔧 Quality > Guesswork
Professional trades know the codes, materials, and techniques that ensure safety and durability. That’s something YouTube can’t always teach you.
⏱️ Time is Money
What a GC and crew can finish in 2 weeks might take you 2 months—and that’s if everything goes according to plan.
💸 Mistakes Cost Double
DIY might seem cheaper, but fixing errors later often costs more. Plus, insurance and resale value hinge on proper, permitted work.
Unless you’re trained and prepared, DIY renovations can quickly turn into a real-life elimination round. So take a tip from the professionals: avoid the chaos, and hire experienced people who can get the job done right.
In the real world, that’s how you win at renovations.
James Hicks P.Eng.
Evolve Mechanical Solutions
236.777.3487
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