# Assistive DIY Apps The DIYZ App Helps You Prepare and Plan For DIY Projects By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-10-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-app References: [prnewswire](http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-app-empowers-diy-enthusiasts-to-tackle-home-improvement-projects-300341346.html) & [diyz](http://www.diyz.com/) DIYZ, a company that is looking to empower people to embrace the DIY ethos, is launching an innovative new DIY app that is designed to give you all the information and resources you need to get the confidence to take on [DIY projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr) by yourself. Available for free on the iOS and Android platforms, the DIYZ app connects you to different experts and tradespeople who can give you advice for free for the current trial period, although this service will then cost $10 for the first 10 minutes and $1 for each additional minute of advice. The app also offers a database of [instructional videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-depot-creator-portal), suggestions for tools as well as the ability to compare costs and estimate budgets. This DIY app is a great example of how mobile technology can actually be used to help people be more confident with hands-on projects around the house. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Assistive DIY Apps:** The rise of DIY apps provides an opportunity to develop apps that offer more accessible and customized support to individuals looking to tackle DIY projects. - **Mobile Connection to Experts:** There is an opportunity to develop more mobile apps that connect individuals with experts in various fields, providing affordable and valuable advice through technology. - **Virtual How-to Libraries:** DIY apps offer the potential to create more virtual libraries of comprehensive instructional videos and tips that can provide users with more accessible and expert knowledge at their fingertips. ### Where This Applies - **Home Improvement Retail:** The DIY app technology offers an opportunity for home improvement retailers to offer customized mobile solutions and access to online expert advice, creating a more engaging and accessible customer experience. - **Home Services:** Companies that offer home services can integrate DIY apps into their customer service offerings to complement their existing offerings and expand their customer base. - **Technology:** Technology companies can explore the potential of DIY app technology, integrating AI and AR solutions to provide more comprehensive, interactive, and personalized support to individuals tackling DIY projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Immersive DIY Conventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-con.md) - [Budget-Conscious Interior Design Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craftle-app.md) - [Self-Repair Assistance App](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-repair-assistant.md) - [Home Improvement Chatbots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fixxai.md) - [Youthful Home Improvement Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/you-got-this.md) - [Custom Home Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houmify.md) - [Housewares Retailer Design Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wayfair-decorify.md) - [AI-Powered Tech Repair Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ifixit-fixbot.md) - [Medical Device Development Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Eval-i.md)