Top 10 Handyman Services in Harrisonburg, 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 Harrisonburg Handymen
We needed a bunch of work done to get our house ready to sell. We called Keith originally just to get new tile installed in our kitchen, but his work was so professional we used his company for all the repairs, indoors and outdoors. We always got text mes...
Did a great job. I would hire jerry to do any job that I want done..jerry and his crew is very professional. Good people you can trust
Ken & Tina are fabulous! They installed my microwave in no time at a very reasonable price! Bonus: they are 2 of the nicest people I have ever met!
Ron will fix or repair ANY job you have! Professional, precise, accurate, dependable, and affordable!
Not licensed, lied about the work, asked for money to be wired. The work was terrible. We only had basic carpentry projects, but Joe appeared to have no tools, no supplies (even though we gave him money), except the wrong color paint, which he put on nea...
I was very pleased with the service and the charges. I look forward to working with Joe in the future when I need a handyman.
Very friendly and easy to communicate with- cell phone, email, texts, etc. Came out right away to do an estimate. Worked around my crazy schedule to get the job done. Did the work that he said would take 2 days in one long day. Excellent work. No com...
Viento’s gets an A+++There is nothing average about these guys except their price which is extremely fair and reasonable. Jamie and his crew took great care to restore my home to new and I was completely in awe when I saw how hard these guys worked to gi...
I run a 348 unit apartment complex,i use d&m at on a regular basis,he is my go to contractor for any scope of work from installing french drains that have been done nurmous time buy others he got done the first time. Decks framing,to reconstrucion to roof...
David was extremely punctual, reasonable, flexible with our plan changes and finished the job in a timely manner. If we still lived in Va, we certainly would have used David for other projects! We have recommended him to many friends!
D&M Construction is reliable, timely and they do great work.
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Latest projects near Harrisonburg
Within 48 hours
Water or gas appliance hookup
Gas
Yes
Natural gas
Cooking stove or range
Within a month
Outdoors
composite
No
I'm flexible
Install
Closet
I'm not sure
Yes
I'm flexible
Exterior wall on the first or second floor
I'm not sure
Within 48 hours
Other
Within a month
Drapes, curtains and valances
3-5
Living or family room
I'm not sure
Linen
Yes
Within a month
I'm not sure
Structural beams, joists or posts, Piers or footings, Decking or deck surface, Guardrails and balusters, Stairs and railings
Loose, wobbly or unstable
Minor (the deck just needs cosmetic repairs)
No
No, and I'd like the pro to provide them