RE: To maiden or Not to maiden... Tis' the question.
I'll chime in here too. Maiden it yourself. Not remotely as hard as it looks, and you'll get a feeling of accomplishment that will remain with you the whole day. I would add, though, that once you get the airplane trimmed out, try some stalls and slow flight HIGH!
I've maidened every plane I assembled except for the first two, and I always get someone to come and stand by me to help with the trims and give advice.
Andy