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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 Knoxville Handymen
I needed a very large deck and shed built and was blown away by the work that jerry and his crew did. They had both projects completed in less than a week. I had 4 estimates on the work I needed done and Jerry beat all the estimates by half and his quali...
Did a great job and was very pleasant to work with. Was able to begin and complete the job promptly.
I contracted Devin with DC Painters and More (same as Cox's Painters and More) several times to do work. Each time things went pretty smoothly, but on the most recent project Devin took two different deposits from our company and refuses to refund the mo...
Black Bear did an outstanding job cleaning and repairing our old family cuckoo clock. Both Joanie and her husband are extremely professional and friendly. Veryn happy with their work!
This guy is a rip-off. Don’t use him. Quoted a price of $1000 then all week trying to reach him to confirm my move for Saturday. So Friday he tells me the price needs to be $1500 so we agreed to 1400 then he tells me he has a flat Friday night and doesn’t...
This is a scam. Do not use this guy. His only interest is in your upfront deposit once you give him the deposit plan on your things remaining where they are because he will not show up and your deposit money doing a disappearing act. Please learn from ou...
Devin Cox said he would return my money but nothing yet and he refuses to answer any of my emails
I contracted Devin with DC Painters and More several times to do work. Each time things went pretty smoothly, but on the most recent project Devin took two different deposits from our company and refuses to refund the money, even though the materials wer...
I first rated Shawn and Jay a 5 star review for my screened in porch. It was dark the last day they finished completion. So I told them no worries when it gets warmer they can come back and install my ceiling fan as we had planned and correct any issues. ...
I would NOT recommend them to anyone. They messed up my tile floor, blamed it on two of their men. Shawn Hall promised me he would come back and make this right with me. Now he will not return my phone calls, and I am having to prepare to drag him into Co...
Everything You Need to Know About Knoxville Handyman Services
What Knoxville zip codes are served by Handymen?
Knoxville has 1100 total Handyman companies that service multiple zip codes. We've put together a list of areas in and around Knoxville with the most Handymen:
- 44 Handymen in 37917 with an average rating of 5.00.
- 22 Handymen in 37920 with an average rating of 5.00.
- 22 Handymen in 37849 with an average rating of 5.00.
- 22 Handymen in 37932 with an average rating of 5.00.
How do I know I am getting a fair price for Handyman Services work in Knoxville?
Every Handyman Services job has different requirements. Remember that the price will differ depending on the scope of your project. However, that doesn't mean you have to go in blind. Check out our tips for getting a fair price for Knoxville work from Handymenbelow:
- Talk to a few different Handymen and ask for quotes to compare. We have around 1100 professionals and companies in Knoxville for you to compare.
- Before contacting a company, check out the ratings and reviews from previous customers to learn what others have paid, how long the Handymen took on the job, and how satisfied they were.
- read about what others paid for their Handyman services in Knoxville. For example, hiring in Knoxville costs $122.00 to $122.00, which is
Should I hire handymen with lower ratings in Knoxville to save money?
The type of handyman company that you should hire really depends on the difficulty and specifications of your project. Keep in mind that lower ratings could be a sign of unsuccessful jobs or simply that the professional or company has not done many jobs quite yet. Either way, you will still want to contact any Handymen you are considering and inquire about their work history. There are plenty of great Handymen in Knoxville that have very few or low ratings.
For example, right now in Knoxville there are:
- 22 5-star rated companies/professionals
