Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Sports and Fitness: [header] How to hire an architect [title] Determine whether or not you even need an architect. [step] If your renovation does not require the reconfiguring of any walls, you may be better off simply hiring a contractor. Contractors will be able to handle most home updates by themselves.

Ending1: [substeps] If you need a architect to do the best job, then a contractor may be willing to do much more. If your renovation does not require an architect, then a contractor will have two criteria to look into: the architect's services and their professionalism. Ending2: But you should also look for a architect that understands your area's zoning restrictions and has experience in your community. [substeps] Look into architect's education courses to get an idea of how many years of study and training you need to complete. Ending3: Replacing fixtures and finishes like cabinetry, flooring, paint and lighting is a contractor's bread and butter. However, if the floor plan of your home will change, you should hire an architect. Ending4: Indeed, they can provide a variety of services while doing little to nothing. Interviews would be a good way to find out what tasks you may need an architect to do, to get you thinking about carpentry, and to determine if you need an architect with experience working with interior décor and unique architectural skills.

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