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Some DIY Suggestions That Save You Major Money
The DIY (Do It Yourself) TV station has us convinced that we should fix or improve almost everything around our house, yard, and garage on our own, while saving on the personal budget spreadsheet plan. But not all Do it yourself projects are the same. Some of these DIY projects appear like they would yield big savings, you have to think about the return-on-investment; in other terms, the amount of time it will take you and what types of tools will be needed, compared to how much money you'll save in your budget. Let's see some of the best Do it yourself avenues that will save you huge money, without the investment of tons of specialized equipment, time or skill:
Do your oil changes. Car Shops would have you to believe that changing your own oil is a major inconvenience. But it's actually faster than taking it into a shop. After you get use to it, it will take you about twenty minutes, and save you around $20. Plus you don't have to listen to the technician attempt to sell you a bunch of unneeded add-ons or even worse, fall for their pitch!
Paint rooms on your own. A gallon of paint and an afternoon, and you'll have a new outlook on life'" and a few more twenties in your wallet. Hiring a pro painter can cost between 30-60 dollars an hour. That won't include the paint and supplies. You'll easily save $100 or more on a simple project.
Wash your own vehicle. Years ago, Saturday morning was for mowing the lawn and washing the car. Now, a lot of us go through the automobile wash on our lunch hour. But getting out the buckets and sponges can quickly save you around fifteen dollars. If you clean your automobile two times a month, that savings adds up to $360 a year. What could you purchase for $360 this year?
Upgrad your computer. The thought of breaking open a computer tower and performing surgery on the innards may give you the heebie-jeebies, and of course, that's what computer pros count on. But doing your own upgrades could save you a lot. Go ahead and buy the hardware from a computer superstore (or online for even greater savings), and then teach yourself on the technique by viewing videos online. It's not hard, and the bravery can earn you $100 in savings or more. Remember: The guy or gal who sold you the thing at the computer store has an interest in making sure you install it right and without incident. You have a built in tech support person right there!
Plant a garden. Growing your own herbs and vegetables is all the rage today, and it should be '" one hundred square foot plots can cost roughly $700 worth of food in just one season! Choose food that you love and will eat normal, or get into a swap with different gardeners to trade off your excess. Bonus: It's good for your budget AND your planet. You don't need a big garden space, even a few little patio planters will give you plentiful green peppers and tomatoes. Begin small if you have to and soon you'll be looking for any available dirt to plant on!
When you think about if a DIY is best for you or not, consider the tools you need and the time you need to accomplish the project. Aside from house improvement projects that need a license (like electrical or plumbing), many smaller projects just take a willingness to learn. All DIY projects are not made equal, but most are enjoyable and will save you money!
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