Hiring An Electrician Or Going The DIY Route If you are planning on a major home improvement project, there are a few things you should consider. Firstly, the decision on whether to hire a pro or do it yourself is a biggie. We’ve gathered the opinions of several home professionals and electricians in Myrtle Beach on a wide range of projects and here is some of what they had to say…. The Experts Weigh In… Our home professionals all strongly suggested that you take a look at how big the project really is and what it will entail. Remember, you can always change things on the drawing board but trying to change it mid-way thorough a project can be disastrous.