Top 10 Handyman Services in Lincoln, AR
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 Lincoln Handymen
Clayton is courteous and professional. He always takes care of projects I ask him to do. And he is very reasonable with costs and works with me on choosing materials for the job. I recommend Clayton highly.
Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent to keep appointment. Excellent work quality.
It was great
timely, efficient, polite, skilled, and fair pricing. Will recommend to friends and family.
we enjoyed working with clayton - innovative, professional, timely, and most importantly good workmanship.
Mr. Cotner has done three good size projects for me. He's assisted me in correcting some framing problems, he's constructed an RV shed for me, and most recently, he replaced a couple of french doors on my back deck. Having developed a general distrust...
Clayton has done several projects for me over the last four years. His work has been excellent and prices are very reasonable. He is always on time and gets the job done in a professional manner.
Excellent work quality. Excellent responsiveness in communication. Would recommend.
Came at agreed time to discuss project. Gave accurate estimate of charges and time necessary to complete. Arrived on time with proper tools. He was very professional and did an excellent job. I will certainly call him in the future.
would utilize his services again and have referred him to friends and family. thanks clayton
I have used Clayton for several projects at my house and he has always been on time and does an excellent job. I have referred to several of my friends and they are equally as pleased with his work. Eva Ferguson
We had Risher and Son repair some boards on our deck, replace the railings on our porch, replace the steps and railings leading to our back yard, power wash and stain everything, power wash our house, and wash some high windows we couldn't get to. The wo...
This "company" was hired for $350 to mow, edge, trim bushes, pile brush, remove leaves and general messy yard cleanup. Their service was a complete joke. The man I hired stated it was him and his wife that would come. They instead sent two people who hadn...
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