Top Products Homeowners Need Pros to Install

Even with DIY exploding in popularity in recent years, thanks in part to shows on HGTV and the DIY Network, some product installations unequivocally require the expertise of a professional. A recent study from the Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) found that one third of all home improvement projects require the help of professional contractors. And with complex projects like a professional window installation, detailed millwork or a kitchen and bath remodel, it’s easy to see why. Here are homeowners’ top product purchases needing professional installation, from the most commonly installed to the least.