cost or provide for a complete and safe solution, thus the projects are not completed and a person ends up in a nursing home or living in an unsafe environment. These programs must change to cover all costs to allow people to live safely at home. Additionally, these programs should be extended to those who may have income but can’t afford the complete renovation solution. Forgivable loans, grants, non-interest loans are all simple ways to fund these renovations if we proactively change how we think about our aging population. I certainly, don’t have all the answers, but working together with all levels of government and community groups would provide more solutions. I hope this article has been helpful and informative and starts the bigger discussion on “Universal Design Renovations.” there are always issues. Fortunately, professionals know how to address the issues and ensure the job is done right to prot ct your family and your investment. I hope this articl is helpful when you are planning your next renovation and you are trying to deci e, should we DIY or NOT.
al Demonstrations, make it look way easier than it is and don’t show the obstacles that could arise, such as rot replacement, faulty wiring or plumbing, damaged or complexed structures or hazards associated with the job. Always remember that these shows are for entertainment purposes to draw in viewers and advertising, so you are not always going to see what happens behind the scenes. Quality – A project completed by a profession- al tradesperson, with experience, training and passion for their craft, almost always has a better quality and final finish then a DIY. Not to say that some DIY projects don’t look great, just a profes- sional knows all the ways to make it look the best it can. We have been called in to finish many a DIY projects gone wrong or had to renovate a home which was completed previously by DIY, ultimately
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