Top 10 Handyman Services in Lookout Mountain, GA
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 Lookout Mountain Handymen
All I can say is if you like your money,STAY AWAY, FAR, FAR AWAY FROM THIS THIEF!! Took deposit money for a pole barn, wrote Evans Lumber a bad check, kept the rest of my money. Disappeared, turned his phone off, and his address was a lie as well! I am p...
Paid him a deposit on a job and never came and done the job like he said he would so he took all my money and ain’t heard anything from him
Stay away. Incompetent. Late. Riddled with excuses. Couldnt finish the job had to get someone else to fix his blunders. Stay away. Cost me to fix what he said he could do. Left his garbage. Onky worked a couple hours a day. 1 week job turned into 3 weeks...
Wow, I wish I had googled James Turner and J & D Handy,an before giving him a dime. Same as the other reviews. Terrible price gouging. Excuse after excuse of why he doesn’t do what he was hired to do. Late. Liar. I asked if he did gutters and he told me y...
Dan is the man you want on your project. He will be very detailed, and will assess the situation from start to finish. I would not hesitate to use Dan's skills again on other home improvement projects. Patricia
Dan just completed two jobs for me, one a remodeling of my aunt's porch and one for me remodeling a closet and refinishing porch rails. He does a thorough job, very professional.
This man is a crook. Avoid him. He requested a 50% deposit for materials and labor after working one day - he did not actually do any work, had a crew - and never came back or respond to requests from us or the BBB.
We have used Dan's Services 4 times this year. Every time we called he would stop by to see what we needed. Three times Dan & his crew were here early the next morning, once 4 days but it was a holiday weekend. Dan is very professional & knowledgeable, ev...
Excellent to keep appointment. Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication.
Wonderful person to deal with and professional service. Would recommend to anyone needing work done.
Dan had to re do our floors, basically clean up someone else's mess, and he did an amazing job on the floors and had it done in one day. Thank you dan for all the hard and amazing work you done!
Matthew did great and was very helpful throughout the inspection!
Matthew did a great job with the inspection, he cleared all of my questions.
Everything You Need to Know About Lookout Mountain Handyman Services
Can I browse unscreened Handymen in Lookout Mountain?
We do our best to screen all of our handymen. However, there are still some handyman professionals in Lookout Mountain that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Lookout Mountain or GA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering handyman services:
- Johnny D'S Home Improvement:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Fix It Right:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Tommy's Handy Work:
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
I have Handyman Services work that I need done in Lookout Mountain. What should my budget be?
Our data on recent handyman projects in Lookout Mountain shows that larger handyman services projects in city are often upwards of $122.00. However, this price depends on a number of factors. Cost can increase or decrease based on any/all of the following:
- Location: handymen travel time may factor into the budget.
- Cost of materials. This is an important factor of your handyman services project budget. You can purchase materials yourself, but remember that your handyman professional maybe be able to leverage relationships with other companies to save on material costs.
- Company ratings: Highly-rated handymen tend to be more expensive. Decide what balance between ratings and cost is right for you.
As always, every project is different and you should contact multiple handymen throughout Lookout Mountain to ensure your project is done right.
Will Handyman Services work in Lookout Mountain require permits, inspections, special licenses, etc.?
Whether you’re handyman job is in Lookout Mountain or any other city, you're going to want to do a bit of research before hiring handymen. Even small jobs may have certain regulations around them. Often, the handyman performing the work will have any required permits, inspections, etc. under control, but not always. Short answer: Research yourself and double check with the handyman services folks that everything is in order.
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I'm flexible
Yes
Natural gas
Cooking stove or range
I'm flexible
I bought a house with a hot tub and need to get it serviced, cleaned and probably repaired.Thx!
Electric
N/A
Within a month
Bathtub
Drop-in
Yes
Yes
Yes
Within a week
Outside
No
Sidewalk or driveway
I'm not sure