Risks of doing work myself

[Adrian Bauer]

I am interested in rehabs and considering doing the work myself or have friends who have experience help. Am I putting myself at risk for damages/injuries if my friends are not licensed and I get sued? Ie, replace/repair the roof and then rent it out. I understand liability insurance won't always cover you (me the landlord) if the work was faulty. The best I can do is learn the current building codes and apply them. Will that cover me?

Thanks!