81% of Homeowners Have Done DIY Projects During the Pandemic
During the pandemic, a lot of people spent more time at home, watching YouTube, and avoiding unnecessary contact with strangers. So it’s not surprising that Do-It-Yourself projects have been on the rise.
In a new survey, 81% of people who own a home say they’ve done at least one project since the start of the pandemic . . . and almost half have done more than four.
Over 40% say their DIY projects were more challenging and expensive than expected. And nearly 80% made a “minor” or “major” mistake.
Saving money is the main reason people DIY. But others include: Having more spare time . . . thinking it would be fun . . . and wanting to learn a new skill.
As for inspiration, DIY TV shows did it for a lot of people, but other contributing factors were social media . . . and “wanting to prove someone wrong about their ability to do it.” Not surprisingly, MEN out-numbered women in that category.
In a separate survey, 38% of people say they look back on their DIY projects and think, “I should not have done that.” The riskier DIY projects for amateurs typically involve electric, gas, and water.
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