Top 10 Handyman Services in Monticello, 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 Monticello Handymen
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...
We had Pro Local replace the siding on our house and they came out and went through the different colors and when we decided to hire them, the handled everything from measurements, ordering the materials, and the replaced it with in days of the materials ...
Didn't call or show up as promised. I wouldn't call him again, he caused us a great delay in our project.
we thought he was very knowledgable and found extra work in replacing our window and as rotting underneath. We did give him a down payment and it was promised for 2 weeks and it is now 6 weeks and the job is not finished and we can not contact him.
Quality of work was ok, but very slow to complete job. Did a few other jobs for us besides the garage door opener. We had to stay on him to finish job and continually wanted more money to complete.
Everything You Need to Know About Monticello Handyman Services
Handyman Services isn’t exactly what I’m looking for. Are there more specific services similar to handyman available in Monticello?
If you’ve determined that handyman services are not quite what you were looking for, or if you had a specific project in mind that is similar to handyman services, we can still help you find the right professional in Monticello.
Monticello has 50 handyman professionals that can help you with your handyman services job. Head to our Pros Page to find specific handymen-pros in Monticello.
My Handyman Services project in Monticello is really small. How much should I expect to spend?
The lowest price we could find for handyman services work in Monticello is about $122.00. You should expect to pay at least this much depending on the scope of your project.
Handyman work at this level can sometimes involve several steps or phases. Cost for every project will differ depending on the quality of Handyman you hire, the type of materials required and the timeframe that you want to finish within.
What should I check for once my Handyman in Monticello has finished working?
Every handyman services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any handyman services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with handyman services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the handyman to describe what they did. Whether your handyman services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your handyman services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the handyman do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.
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I want to have my 3-car garage finished - sheetrock is up - I want a knockdown texture for the ceiling and walls to be paint ready.
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