Top tips for DIYers

With warm weather gracing the nation, homeowners may feel inspired to embark upon a home renovation project to brighten up their place in time for summer!

DIY jobs can be both fun and rewarding, but before you dive headfirst into a garden landscaping project or bathroom makeover, it's important to keep a few tips in mind.

Step by step

Always plan your project in detail before you begin to ensure you don't end up with any nasty surprises and you know exactly what you're in for. And don't try to take on everything at once - doing things step by step will help you stay motivated and on-track.

Beware of electricity and plumbing

Leave electricity and plumbing outlets and fittings alone - and never try anything yourself. If your plans do require any such work, call in the professionals.

Measure measure measure

Never guess when it comes to home renovations. For example, if you need to do some painting, measure the room so you know how many square metres you need to cover.

Quality over budget

While it can be tempting to choose the cheapest option with everything, in some instances quality overrides price. If you can't afford a quality tool or piece of equipment, your local Kennards Hire store is likely to have what you need - and at a fraction of the cost!