You wouldn´t ask your builder to cut your hair?

So why ask your electrician to do your home automation system? 

We have all seen it no matter what our industry - there is always someone who thinks they can do your job even if it’s not their chosen profession. Now I am not saying you need to call in a professional for every little job but with projects of size and complexity the advice of a professional with knowledge of their specific sector and experience in the field during the installation process is invaluable.

Do people genuinely believe they are going to save money in the long term because quotes appear cheaper to start with?  A semi skilled mate is no substitute for someone with a working knowledge and ability to supply and execute solutions to a given situation within their area of expertise as they arise, surely?

One example I can strongly relate is what I refer to as my 'green fingered effort'. I have a medium sized terrace where I successfully grow more tomatoes than I can eat, a selection of herbs for the kitchen, bamboo for shade and jasmine to make it smell and look nice.  But in truth it is a functional garden that only works well in the summer months.

I always thought having a professional gardener is a nice idea but really there isn´t much to it if you have the time yourself. But having worked closely with professional gardeners over the past couple of years I can appreciate there is a definite skill to it.

Knowing what plants will look good together when they flower, ensure they are placed in the correct position to get the right light / shade ratio and plants that can handle the local environment to do properly is an art.

I have even been taught about “companion plants”, planting in groups where the plants help each other to thrive and repel insects.

So would I get a gardening company to come round and tend my terrace? Probably not, but I would if I moved to a house with a reasonable garden. I would want to know that my garden is in good hands, that they know how to make my garden “work” how I want it to and address any problems that might arise. Letting me to get on with what I am good at and just enjoying the garden for what it is in my down time.

Calling a company that specialise in the trade you want will ensure that you get the end result you desire, hassle free.

So if you are planning a home entertainment system then get advice from people in the know and not some faceless person on the internet, your mate in the pub or your electrician who can only supply a very basic solution.

Contact us at Future Lifestyle for your free, no obligation consultation. We promise not to give you any gardening tips!!