Why You Should Never DIY Your Car Upgrades

DIY, short for “do it yourself,” is a trendy term that dresses up what is essentially amateur work; a DIYer is a nonprofessional, usually someone with no experience, who takes charge of their own project and does the best they can on their own. Usually they follow a video or go off of a written article they find on the internet.

Because money is tight, and because internet trends go viral, refraining from hiring a professional for any given service has become somewhat in vogue these days. But it can be a dangerous path to tread when it comes to post-market car upgrades, such as car audio speakers, subwoofers, remote start technology, and even bug shields.

Why is this? Mobile Installation, your Brooklyn Park-based expert in post-market car upgrades, explains below.

DIY Tutorials Are Unsafe

Face it—how long did it take you to learn to change the oil in your car? To replace a tire (if you even know how now)? And do you even know the reasoning behind what you’re doing—for example, do you know exactly how the oil runs through your engine to lubricate it?

DIYers often go into much more dangerous projects than a simple oil change with only a cursory understanding of the mechanics behind what they’re messing with. Videos explaining DIY projects often are too short to explain the nuts and bolts of what you’re doing. Knowing how to install a subwoofer is one thing, but a deeper understanding of the mechanics is the only way to stop yourself from accidentally getting electrocuted by some internal circuit the video doesn’t explain.

Hiring a professional to install anything from a car alarm to heated seats ensures that all parties are as safe as can be. Plus, you’re free to ask follow-up questions to your installer and learn about your car.

DIY Tutorials Leave Room for Error

Say you do manage to install something in your car without getting seriously injured. Swell! That said, your bang-up job might not last long. Because all cars and all installation parts are different, something could easily malfunction, and you’re left with a costly repair job—and if you attempt to DIY again, perhaps a completely non-functioning upgrade.

Hiring a professional is the only way to ensure your upgrade gets done right the first time, which saves you money in the long run.

Need Help Installing Upgrades?

If you’ve decided to upgrade your car the safe, efficient way, consider Mobile Installation. Our wide array of services is bound to suit your needs. To find out more about our products and installation services, visit our Brooklyn Park location. You can also call us at 612-986-3332, or you can send a message to contact page.