Hire a Professional Instead: 8 Projects DIYers Should Avoid

Removing a Wall

Removing a wall might sound like a simple demolition project, but doing so without sufficient experience and skill can result in significant damage to your home.

“There may be plumbing pipes and electrical wires behind the wall that can totally destroy your home if damaged,” says experienced house flipper and Uphomes Owner Ryan Fitzgerald. And if it happens to be a load-bearing wall, you could ruin your home’s foundation.

Instead of performing your first wall removal yourself, consider asking an experienced, patient carpenter or contractor for help. They can show you how to identify a load-bearing wall, identify and mark studs and remove drywall without damaging anything behind the wall. They can also teach you how to safely and effectively use the tools required for the job.