Top 10 Handyman Services in Hugo, MN
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 Hugo Handymen
Matt does all of our repairs on the fiberglass units, we are very happy with the quality of his work. Dean
Matt does the repair on all Ferguson's units since he started his business. We are 100% happy with the quality of work Matt does. He is a perfectionist when it comes to his work, we have never had a complaint when Matt goes to our job sites. I would r...
did a great job repairing our fiberglass tub/shower. on time and cleaned everything up when he was done.
I called Chris for an estimate on front door repair. He was over a few hours later and instead of giving me a quote, he spent 15 minutes and fixed the door. Because it was such a quick fix for him, he didn't even charge me a penny. Unbelievable. Needl...
Great job. Very personable, very professional. They were on time, stayed on track, and were reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend Chris Randall Handyman services.
Our basketball hoop was stuck at a low position. Chris came right away and raised it for us and plans to come back to fix it so we can move it ourselves next time. Thanks, Chris!
Chris was top-notch. He was upfront with is estimate and was it was on point at the completion of my project. He was timely, and able to schedule and complete my project in just a few days. He was courteous and pleasant. He also gave a recommended course ...
Chris arrived on time, listened as I explained what I needed him to do and got to work immediately. Once he started, he never stopped until he was done 3 hours later. He cleaned the cedar wood on our screened porch and restored it back to its original b...
I spoke with Tim today, and even though he wasn't available to do my job (I needed it done within 24 hours), he took the time to talk me through the job. Extremely nice and extremely helpful! I would totally call this guy again.
Having been very pleased with the result when Tim painted the outside of our house, we hired him to paint our kitchen. It required some skim coating because the walls were not very smooth after stripping wallpaper several years ago. The walls now look g...
Services were sub par, high priced, and work was incredibly slow. Poor communication. Mark came out and quoted a project for $17k on a remodel of our only small bathroom that was broke (and needed a remodel anyway). I had remodeled the bathroom at our pre...
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pella crank outs
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