How not to DIY

Author: Service Central

Always on the lookout for amusing pieces, our eagle-eyed team came across the following video which only proves the point that if you want something done properly, use a qualified tradesman.

For example, this video shows:

How not to demolish your chimney
Why you probably shouldn't throw bricks to your friend without checking first
Some different (and generally unsuccessful) approaches to lifting things
How a buffing machine can quickly get out of control
Why it's best to have someone there to grab your feet when you fall off the roof

Perhaps these people should have called Service Central to have their work done!!!

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