There are tons of projects that you can do yourself if you feel you have the expertise, or that the level of risk is lower. However, there are some jobs that are usually better left to the pros. The question from some is - should you DIY your window installation? Let’s look at the factors that should determine your answer to this question. Your Level of Expertise If you’re somewhat of a handyman, you may be able to replace a single broken window. Yet ignorance can hurt a homeowner attempting to replace a window themselves. Replacement windows designed for DIY do not have nailing fins. They’re designed to fit in existing window openings. Some new-construction windows show up with the nailing fins folded back; they aren’t designed to be installed as replacement windows but may be mistaken for such by homeowners. If you don’t know what nailing fins are or what they look like folded back, you shouldn’t be replacing your own windows. The ...
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