I think it's a bit reductive to say that if you can push a saw and swing a hammer that you can build a house. Sure in theory, but the idea runs into a lot of pr

I think it's a bit reductive to say that if you can push a saw and swing a hammer that you can build a house. Sure in theory, but the idea runs into a lot of problems quickly. 1. Navigating the permitting process 2. Finding a lender willing to finance a self-built home. 3. Learning the complicated trades (plumbing/electrical/foundation) 4. Affording to take the time to build a house. Just #4 alone makes this a non-starter for most people. The average home takes between 6-9 months to build, and that's with an experienced crew. Learning as you go would easily add 6 months to this. Affording to take a year off to build is just not something "most people" can do. I have a neighbor who is a building contractor. He built his house on his weekends, doing the majority of the work himself. It took him over a year, and he has the skills, tools, and knowledge. Joe Six Pack isn't going to know enough to avoid the pitfalls that can make this a disaster.