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Top questions to ask before hiring a handyman
Handymen are hired to do many various home improvement tasks. Some are general tradesmen, who have a variety of experiences. Others have licenses and training in electrical work or plumbing. The key is asking what their level of experience is for the type of work you need done. Before you call a handyman, know what you need done along with any important details. You'll want an in-home consultation so that you can walk through the project.
Handyman licensing varies from state to state however it's a good question to ask your handyman. You'll also want to verify the dollar amounts for their surety bond (a third party that can cover payments in case the handyman doesn't pay subcontractors or employees) as well as insurance (in case they damage your property or injure themselves).
After the handyman has had a chance to walk through the project, have him or her outline the scope of work. The details of the project, including labor, materials, supplies, rental equipment, or subcontractors, should be listed as separate line items. If you are on a tight budget or timeline, this is the time to discuss options or alternatives for your project. If the project is small, like hauling debris or performing minor repair work, the handyman should request payment when the job is complete. For larger projects that require ordering of materials or multiple subcontractors, it's more common to pay a deposit.
Obtaining proper permits for home improvement is the responsibility of the homeowner. But very often professional file the permits on behalf of the homeowner and should have a good understanding of the process. When the structure of the home is altered, or when changes are made to the electrical system or gas lines, you may need to file a permit. Discuss your particular project with your handyman and ask if a permit is required.
A good handyman should be happy to share references. Anywhere from three to five past clients should be able to give you a good idea about the handyman's work style, ability to get the job done, and the satisfaction when the job is complete. If a homeowner wasn't satisfied with the handyman, be sure you ask specifically why. Sometimes miscommunication can contribute to unsatisfied customers.
Recent reviews for Arlington Handymen
Very professional job caulking my house - helped with my energy bills and stopped moisture from entering my attic in Chantilly VA. Mike came to my home in Chantilly and helped me with my attic which had mold, poor insulation and some electrical issues. ...
Mike completed a hinge repair on base cabinet from Hagerstown Kitchens. We had not been able to find anyone to fix this problem despite calls to manufacturer and reps. Until I found Mike on line. He came to house the next day (Sunday) and made the repa...
Outstanding work fixing mold and improving ventilation in my Attic in Chantilly VA. Mike came to my home in Chantilly and helped me with my attic which had mold, poor insulation and some electrical issues. He was able to repair my issues at a cost tha...
Mike did a great job with my storm door. I have a shattered glass door that need to be replaces. He was courteous, informative, and even cleaned up the broken glass from the shattered door. I would definitely contact C H I S Inc. for future projects.
The project included caulking, sanding and painting of a bay window cap and the replacement of a shower distributor. The work completed was exceptional and very precise. The shower distributor was complex and required drywall reconstruction. Mike's wor...
I'm a Realtor and I depend on CHIS, Inc to step in and fix a lot of home inspectors requests. There isn't anything they can't do!
For the past 6 years, I as a property manager, have used Mr. Coyne on numerous home renovation projects, repairs and most importantly trouble shooting issues that other contractors were unable to address. His workmanship is impeccable and thorough.
I've known Thomas for some years now and I can say with certainty, he stands among the best carpenters in the DC market.
He refurbished my deck and it looks like new ! I have a deck in the back of my house that looked terrible. C.H.I.S. was referred to me by porch.com and the owner Mike and his partner Jim were able to refurbish the deck and power washed the entire house ...
Mike is extremely skilled and will do the best job you could possibly get. No one else could have assembled my kid's beds correctly except Mike. He's a master handyman, and has worked on many large commercial building projects, and small residential remo...
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