Top 10 Handyman Services in Dale City, VA
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 Dale City Handymen
I contacted Mr. Mario back in July. We signed a project contract and gave him my deposit money. He never did any work at my house. He gave me so many excuses and is still doing to this day, it makes me sick. We are already in January 2019 and has not give...
I have multiple properties, both commercial and residential and I use Craftmasters for all of them including my home. There workmanship is outstanding, intelligent solutions to issues, reasonable prices, and very reliable.
Overall final work was good, which saves them. But communication was very lacking (except for the repeated requests for payments on work that had not been completed yet). Requested sketches/plans several times and never got them, yet, they proceeded with ...
I asked to have a bathroom floor fixed. It required the old tile removed and damaged subfloor replaced. 2 interior doors replaced and 2 bifold doors repaired. I was quoted $1500. I paid $1500. Bathroom floor He demo’d the bathroom floor, removed the toil...
Two man crew came out and quickly assessed my damages siding and was able to repair it same day. Great service, knowable and easy to talk too technicians. Nice job guys.
I have hired Neftali for various jobs for 3-years now. First of all, he speaks English and Spanish. His estimates and rates are always reasonable and his work is high quality. Recently, he and his crew removed and replaced a section of gutters on my ho...
I used Flores to out together patio furniture. He was very pleasant to deal with. Not only was he on time, he was early. He came in with one other person and got to work. He was very professional and it didn't take them long to complete the project. I was...
Mr. Flores was the first to contact me, arrived on time for the estimate, and offered the best price. He arrived promptly on the scheduled work day and completed the project as planned with no problems or issues. The final product was awesome.
Mr Flores is a highly professional, and more importantly, trustworthy company. We have hired and know the the many horror stories of contractors not doing nothing. Mr Flores washed and cleaned my gutters down with water. (not a blower) Repaired my gutter...
The team did an amazing job. I appreciated working with this team of professionals and was very pleased with the way I was kept informed the entire time. Most of all there were no surprises regarding the amount of time it would take or the cost of the p...
Great work! Highly recommended!! Jose helped us reattach a fallen window shutter on the third floor, clean the gutter, and patch up the roof. It was a lot of work on a crazy hot, sunny summer day. The work was fantastic, and the charges were transparent ...
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